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Blender Hummus Recipe

Blender Hummus Recipe - Easy Meal Recipe

Hummus is one of those dishes that has gained international love for good reason. It’s creamy, savory, and surprisingly easy to make. Using a blender speeds up the preparation considerably, which is fantastic for anyone juggling a busy schedule.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 8
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • To create this delicious hummus, gather the following ingredients:
  • - 2 cans of chickpeas, drained (keep the liquid for later) 15-ounce
  • - ⅓ cup reserved chickpea liquid aquafaba
  • - ½ cup tahini
  • - ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • - Juice of 2 fresh lemons
  • - 2 garlic cloves, crushed
  • - 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • - ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • - ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • - 1 tablespoon nutritional yeast for a cheesy flavor
For Garnish:
  • - Extra-virgin olive oil for drizzling
  • - Paprika for dusting
  • - Chopped fresh parsley for color

Method
 

Step 1: Prep Your Ingredients
  1. Before you dive in, get everything ready. Drain your chickpeas—don’t toss the liquid! Set it aside for later. Squeeze the lemons to get that tangy juice, and crush your garlic cloves; you want them a little broken up to release more flavor.
Step 2: Blend It Up
  1. Add the drained chickpeas, tahini, olive oil, lemon juice, crushed garlic, cumin, kosher salt, and black pepper to your high-powered blender. Secure the lid tightly. If your blender has a tamper, pop that in.
Step 3: Start Blending
  1. Turn the blender on high and leave it running for about 30 seconds. If you like your hummus super creamy, continue blending for an additional 15-30 seconds. Don’t forget to use the tamper to help push the ingredients into the blades—it’s a game changer!
Step 4: Adjust Consistency
  1. Check the consistency. If it's a bit thick, gradually add in some of the reserved chickpea liquid until you reach your desired creaminess. You want it smooth but not runny.
Step 5: Serve It Up
  1. Once the hummus reaches that perfect creamy texture, scoop it into a serving bowl. Drizzle a bit of extra-virgin olive oil on top, a sprinkling of paprika, and finish it off with freshly chopped parsley for that lovely touch.

Notes

- Use canned chickpeas for a quick option, but feel free to cook your own from dried for an even fresher taste.
- If you prefer a milder garlic flavor, roast the garlic cloves before adding them.
- For a fun twist, add roasted red peppers or olives to the mixture before blending.
- Make sure your tahini is creamy; if it’s too chunky, it can affect the final texture.
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week.