Easy Vegan Hummus Recipe
This easy vegan hummus recipe requires just five basic ingredients for a delicious homemade dip that you can add to as you please!
Ingredients
- 2x 14 oz (400 g) tins chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 6 tablespoons (90 ml) fresh lemon juice (plus more to taste)
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 4 tablespoons tahini
- 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 4-6 tablespoons cold water
- Sea salt to taste
Instructions
- Optional step: For a more mellow garlic flavour, combine the lemon juice and minced garlic in a small bowl and leave for a few minutes before continuing with step 2.
- To a food processor, add the lemon juice, minced garlic, tahini, olive oil, and half of the chickpeas. Sprinkle with a good pinch of salt and blend for 30-60 seconds until well combined.
- Add the remaining chickpeas and 2 tablespoons of cold water. Blend well to combine, scraping down the sides with a spatula if necessary.
- At this point, gradually add more cold water one tablespoon at a time and blend until you have a smooth, creamy consistency (the water will make the mix light and fluffy while helping to break down any small bits).
- Adjust the seasoning to taste, adding any extra salt or lemon juice, and serve with a drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil.🌱 Serving suggestions >📸 See recipe steps >📖 Table of contents >
Notes
Lemons: For 6 tablespoons of lemon juice, you'll need around 2-3 lemons depending on their size. If you want a little more lemon flavour, try adding some of the zest (remember to grate before juicing).
Garlic: This recipe is deliberately not too garlicky, so feel free to add more if you prefer a stronger flavour.
Olive oil: When it comes to homemade dips, I'd recommend using a good-quality extra-virgin olive oil.
Spices: A small amount of ground cumin, ground cinnamon, or chilli powder would work well here.
Storage: You can store this hummus in the fridge for up to four days or freezer for up to six months.
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* The nutrition info below is for one serving, based on a total of eight servings.
Nutrition
Calories: 144kcalCarbohydrates: 16gProtein: 6gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 239mgPotassium: 180mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 18IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 34mgIron: 2mg
Nutrition Facts
Easy Vegan Hummus Recipe
Amount Per Serving
Calories 144
Calories from Fat 63
% Daily Value*
Fat 7g11%
Saturated Fat 1g6%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2g
Monounsaturated Fat 4g
Sodium 239mg10%
Potassium 180mg5%
Carbohydrates 16g5%
Fiber 4g17%
Sugar 3g3%
Protein 6g12%
Vitamin A 18IU0%
Vitamin C 3mg4%
Calcium 34mg3%
Iron 2mg11%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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