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Creamy Classic Hummus Recipe – Easy Homemade Dip with Olive Oil & Paprika

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This creamy classic hummus is a quick, easy, and crowd-pleasing homemade dip featuring chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, and garlic, finished with a drizzle of olive oil and a sprinkle of paprika. It’s smooth, flavorful, and perfect for parties, snacks, or meal prep.

Ingredients

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  • 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas (garbanzo beans), drained and rinsed (or 1 1/2 cups cooked chickpeas)
  • 1/4 cup tahini
  • 3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1–2 cloves garlic, peeled
  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil (plus more for topping)
  • 1/2 to 1 teaspoon kosher salt, to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin (optional)
  • 2–4 tablespoons ice water
  • 1–2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil (for topping)
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked or sweet paprika (for topping)
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional, for topping)

Instructions

  1. Gather all ingredients and equipment. Drain and rinse chickpeas, peel garlic, squeeze lemon juice, and set out olive oil, tahini, spices, and ice water.
  2. Add tahini and lemon juice to the food processor. Blend for about 1 minute, scraping down the sides. The mixture will thicken and lighten in color.
  3. Add garlic, salt, and cumin (if using). Blend until finely chopped and well combined.
  4. Add chickpeas and olive oil. Blend for 1–2 minutes, scraping down the sides as needed.
  5. With the processor running, drizzle in ice water, 1 tablespoon at a time, until the hummus is light, silky, and smooth. Taste and add more ice water if needed.
  6. Scrape the bowl and taste. Adjust lemon juice, salt, or cumin as needed. Blend again for 30 seconds.
  7. Transfer hummus to a shallow bowl. Use the back of a spoon to create swoops. Drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle with paprika, and scatter parsley if desired.
  8. Serve immediately with pita, veggies, or chips, or cover and refrigerate for up to 4 days.

Notes

For extra-smooth hummus, peel the skins off the chickpeas before blending. Use ice water for a fluffy texture. Adjust garlic and lemon to taste. Hummus can be made ahead and stored in the fridge for up to 4 days or frozen for longer storage. Serve at room temperature for best flavor.

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Keywords: hummus, creamy hummus, classic hummus, homemade dip, olive oil, paprika, chickpeas, tahini, vegan, gluten-free, Mediterranean, party appetizer, healthy snack

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