Simple Hummus: Video Tutorial

In this video, you will learn how to make homemade hummus! Hummus is very delicious and healthy and can be used in a variety of ways, such as eating it with veggies for a healthy snack, using it on a sandwich, or eating a protein like chicken with it.

• 1/3 cup good-quality tahini

• 2–4 tablespoons cold water, or more if needed

• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

• 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin

• 3/4 teaspoon fine sea salt

• 2 medium cloves garlic, peeled and smashed

• juice of 1 lemon (2–3 tablespoons)

• 1 (15 ounce) can chickpeas*, rinsed and drained

• optional toppings: extra drizzle of olive oil, chopped fresh parsley, sprinkle of ground sumac or paprika, toasted pine nuts

1. Add tahini, cold water, olive oil, cumin, salt, garlic and lemon juice to a food processor. Puree until smooth.

2. Add in the chickpeas. Puree for 3-4 minutes, pausing halfway to scrape down the sides of the bowl, until the hummus is smooth. If it seems too thick, add in another tablespoon or two of water.

3. Taste and season with additional salt, cumin, and/or lemon juice if needed.

4. Serve immediately, garnished with your desired toppings. Or transfer to a sealed container and refrigerate for up to 3 days.