The secret ingredient…
Ice water. It’s as simple as that. Using about two teaspoons of ice cold water turns a basic hummus recipe into perfection.
When I moved to Greece, I quickly learned that everyone had their own “greatest” hummus recipe. And although each one was delicious in my book, my friends would argue whether to use olive oil or tahini, lemon or paprika, fine sea salt or coarse…a debate that’s been going since Homer wrote the Iliad. One thing everyone could agree on was using ice water.
I ended up merging all of their suggestions into one epic hummus recipe. It became a family favorite, and I can’t wait to share it with you today.
Classic Hummus
Prep Time: 5 minutes Yield: 1 1/4 cups
Ingredients:
1 15 oz. can of chickpeas drained and rinsed
1 garlic clove chopped
1 tablespoon of tahini*
1 tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil
Juice of 1 lemon
A pinch of fine sea salt
2 teaspoons of ice water
For the garnish:
1 teaspoon of chopped flat leaf parsley
A dash of paprika
1 teaspoon of extra virgin olive oil
A pinch of coarse sea salt
Directions:
1. Place the ingredients in a food processer with the exception of ice water.
2. Pulse for one minute.
3. Add two teaspoons of ice water and blend until smooth.
4. Serve with garnishes and enjoy!**
Tips:
*Tahini can be found in the natural foods section of grocery stores.
**The hummus can be made ahead of time and stored in an airtight container. It keeps for about 3 days in the refrigerator.
I love hummus but I’ve never made it myself! Definitely want to try this out someday!
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It’s super easy to make. I hope you give it a try.
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I need to give this a try! I love hummus 😁
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Hi Melissa. I know, hummus is the best 🙂 Thanks for stopping by.
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One of my favorite foods. Thank you for the tip. I will try it next time.
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I’m glad you liked it Jovina. It works with most of the hummus recipes I have.
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I make hummus all the time but did not know about the simple trick. Will try next time. thank you!
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Thanks Archana. I’m happy you stopped by. I’ve learned so many cooking techniques from following your blog.
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Thank you Ellie!
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Looks delicious! Thanks so much for the great tip, too! 😀
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Hi Anna. I’m happy you liked it.
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Love this. It’s funny because my secret to creamy hummus is to heat the beans in their liquid for 2 minutes prior to pureeing. It works too! I’m going to have to compare results… or do both methods for the ultimate creaminess! 🙂
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Let me know. Now I’m curious. 🙂
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I will! I make hummus constantly over here. 🙂
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I have been meaning to try homemade hummus for quite a while now! Your recipe sounds delicious, thanks for the tips. 🙂
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Hi Marisa. You should try it. I’m making your strawberry mini cheesecakes for a baby shower by the way 🙂 I found non-dairy cream cheese at the store today. Hopefully it will work out. A few of the girls are vegan but yours turned out so pretty I had to make them.
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Ellie I am so happy to hear that you are making them, they are a crowd pleaser! Enjoy 🙂
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I have never thought to use ice water. Thank you for that suggestion. I will definitely try it.
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Hi Manee. You should try it! Thanks for stopping by. 🙂
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Hi Manee. You should try it. 🙂 Homemade hummus became a staple at home when I learned how to make it properly.
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I’ve sworn by Ina Garten’s hummus recipe for years, but next time I make it I am going to try yours!
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Hi Melanie. You know, I tried her recipe once and it was super good. Its crazy how many ways you can make hummus.
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Yes, I particularly like roasted red pepper in hummus. Deelish!
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That sounds good too! Love your plant based blog. I looking forward to following it.
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Thanks so much! My upcoming posts will feature many of my menu mainstays–tried and true recipes I serve my clients AND my family. I appreciate the follow and your kind comments! You can count me as a follower too, Ellie 🙂
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Wow!! I am going to try this next time.
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Great tip; will try:) Thanks for sharing!
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Omg that ice water trick is so interesting, yet makes so much sense. Thanks so much for sharing! (:
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I use a tablespoon of greek yoghurt as my secret ingredient 😉
I shall try ice water next time, I’m more likely to have that around plus it doesn’t add to the calories. Thanks for sharing!
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This looks so delicious! My daughter loves hummus.
She attends a Montessori school so she is out of school on fall break.
I think I’ll try making this with her today for lunch 🙂
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Awesome. Its a great snack for kids. Sometimes I leave out the garlic for little ones. Thanks for stopping by my blog. 🙂 I love reading yours!
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Thank you so much! I love your blog too. Can’t wait to continue to explore it 🙂
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Who knew Chickpeas would lead us to Delicious Hummus.
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Hi Cattie. Hummus is my go to snack. It’s so versatile 🙂
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Who knew?! Can’t wait to give it a try! 👍🏻
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Hi Kathy. I hope you do 🙂 Thanks for stopping by.
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Very useful tips! Loved it!
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Never thought about ice water. I’ll have to try that the next time I make Hummus. Thank you.
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I hope you do. Thanks for stopping by 🙂
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I love Hummus but the one time I made it, it wasn’t successful so I’ve never made it since but I’m definitely going to give this recipe a try! x
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Hi Wendy. It’s one of those recipes that you have to play around with until it appeals to your taste. Once you find your favorite then you wont go back to store-bought. 🙂
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The recipe I had didn’t include the tahini and definitely not the iced water so I’ve got 2 secret ingredients to try next time. Also, it was a bit of a pain as the recipe said to take the skin off the chickpeas which was a pretty lengthy process – do you do that or do you just blend it with the skin on? x
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Everything goes in the blender as is. Maybe if you don’t buy canned chickpeas and cook your own. Honestly, I give myself a pat on the back for just making hummus in the first place, so I go for the organic canned chickpeas (they’re only a $1). 🙂
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You’ve inspired me to give it the homemade version a second chance! Much appreciated x
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Thank you!! I was thinking of making a big batch of hummus, but I’m so glad I stumbled across your post first. Never heard of the ice water trick, but I’ll definitely do that.
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Hi Elle. I hope you give it a try. I’m curious to know what to think. 🙂
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Love hummus. Will try this recipe. Thanks for this share.
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I love hummus, & I’ve been wanting to make my own (The stuff you buy has too much sodium). I have to give this a try! 🙂
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I love the ice water tip! Thank you, I am going to try this. Love hummus and this sounds delicious.
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So glad that you liked it.
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Thank you for this great tip! Your hummus looks perfect & so inviting too! 😉
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Thanks Sophie!
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That sounds absolutely delicious. I love making different hummus recipes. I will definitely try this one.
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So happy you liked it 🙂
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