Best Hummus

This hummus recipe comes together in under 20 minutes, which — depending on your neighborhood — might be quicker than a trip to the store. So if you’re craving something rich and nutty, opt for homemade hummus. Your tastebuds will thank you.

This recipe has all the makings of a classic, smooth hummus. It’s made with six main ingredients: chickpeas, olive oil, garlic, tahini, water, and lemon juice. Don’t forget the critical herbs and seasonings though, which include paprika, ground cumin, and parsley.

To make homemade hummus, simply add all the ingredients into a food processor and mix until smooth and creamy. If you don’t own a food processor, use whatever blender you have on hand. You can serve hummus with carrot sticks, bell peppers, olives, pita bread, traditional gyros, or even something as fascinating as pizza.

Homemade hummus can last in the refrigerator for about a week. If you make more than you expect and need to store it for longer, store hummus in the freezer for up to four months. The moisture and flavor may change over time, so drizzle some olive oil on your hummus before going in the freezer.

Allrecipes Community Tips and Praise

• “My husband is a hummus fanatic,” says Allrecipes community member mad scientist. “He claims this is the best yet. I upped the lemon juice to three tablespoons and added eight ounces of drained roasted red peppers.”
• “This hummus is delicious. I wouldn't change a thing, although I made a triple recipe and made two alternatives with part of it: one with steamed yellow squash with cinnamon and cloves and one with chopped basil,” says Allrecipes reviewer MollyJ. “I baked up some pita chips and have been having the best lunches, sampling my 3 dishes alternatively.”