Description
Creamy, dreamy, and shockingly quick to make, this Easy 5-Minute Smooth Hummus is everything you love about classic hummus—only faster. It’s velvety smooth, rich in flavor, and uses pantry staples you likely already have on hand. Whether you need a speedy snack or a dependable party dip, this recipe delivers. No cooking, just blending—perfect for a quick breakfast, healthy snack, or easy appetizer idea.
Ingredients
1 can chickpeas, drained (15 oz)
3 tablespoons tahini
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 clove garlic
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 tablespoons cold water (plus more as needed)
1/2 teaspoon salt
Optional toppings: paprika, chopped parsley, olive oil, pine nuts
Instructions
1. In a food processor, blend lemon juice and garlic for 30 seconds.
2. Add tahini and process for 1 minute until thick and creamy. Scrape down the sides.
3. Add drained chickpeas and process 1–2 minutes until smooth paste forms.
4. With processor running, drizzle in olive oil, salt, and 2–3 tablespoons cold water. Blend until smooth.
5. Adjust salt or lemon to taste. Serve with toppings of choice.
Notes
For extra smooth hummus, peel chickpeas before blending.
Adjust water based on your preferred consistency.
Store in an airtight container up to 5 days in the fridge.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: hummus, dip, healthy snack, vegan dip, easy appetizer