Oil-Free Hummus Creamy Spread (Printable Version)
Smooth hummus with chickpeas and tahini, blended oil-free for a healthy, flavorful spread or appetizer.
# What You'll Need:
→ Main Ingredients
01 - 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
02 - 1/4 cup tahini
03 - 1/4 cup cold water, plus additional as needed
04 - 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
05 - 1 clove garlic, finely minced
→ Seasonings
06 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
07 - 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt, or to taste
08 - 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika, optional, plus extra for garnish
# How To Make:
01 - Place chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, garlic, cumin, and salt into the bowl of a food processor.
02 - Process for 1 minute, then pause to scrape down sides with a spatula.
03 - With the processor running, gradually add cold water until mixture becomes creamy and smooth. If necessary, blend in additional water, 1 tablespoon at a time.
04 - Taste and adjust salt, lemon juice, or other seasonings as preferred.
05 - Transfer mixture to a serving bowl. Sprinkle with additional smoked paprika if desired and serve immediately.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- Uses simple pantry staples you probably already have
- Ready in just 10 minutes, no cooking required
- Naturally vegan, gluten-free, and perfect for oil-free diets
- Delivers classic hummus flavor with creamy texture, all without added fat
02 -
- Naturally high in fiber and plant protein
- Freezes beautifully for make-ahead meals
- Perfect as a dip spread or salad topping
03 -
- For ultra-smooth hummus let your food processor run longer than you think at least two full minutes
- Using ice-cold water lightens up the dip and gives a restaurant-quality finish
- If you want a milder garlic flavor add the clove whole rather than minced
- I learned the hard way that peeling chickpeas makes a world of difference in texture If you have time set aside ten minutes and the result is worth every effort