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    Home » Recipes » Appetizers » Simple Homemade Hummus

    Simple Homemade Hummus

    Updated: Jul 21, 2023 by Veronica Noone · This post may contain affiliate links · 18 Comments

    homemade hummus pin

    Hummus was one of those late finds for me. I never heard of it until about a year ago when I ordered a vegetarian wrap. One bite and I was hooked!

    Now, I am in no way a hummus guru and this recipe does not use all the traditional hummus ingredients but for a quick homemade meal or party snack this works great!

    The texture, the hint of sesame flavor and the bite of garlic are perfect and you can spice it up as much as you like. Even the husband liked it! I almost fell off my chair! He’s just not a hummus type of guy.

    Ingredients

    • 1 can of Chickpeas (garbanzo beans) drained and rinsed
    • 1-3 cloves of Garlic (depending on taste- I used 2 and boy can you taste it!)
    • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
    • ¼ - ½ cup of vegetable broth or fat free chicken broth or even water
    • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
    • ½ teaspoon curry powder (more to taste-this just gives a nice hint)

    Instructions

    Put all ingredients in a blender or food processor with only ¼ cup of the broth. Blend until smooth adding more of the broth to help consistency if you need too. You may have to help it with a stir now and then you want it thick.

    Serve with whole-wheat pita and veggie slices, use in wraps, smear on whole-wheat crackers. You can really do anything with it and it sure is great for a parties!

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    Simple Homemade Hummus

    Learn how to make hummus from scratch with this simple recipe! Perfect for dips, spreads, and sandwiches, this homemade hummus will be a hit
    5 from 1 vote
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    Prep Time 4 minutes mins
    Total Time 4 minutes mins
    Course Dressing
    Cuisine American
    Servings 6 cups
    Calories 8 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 1 can of Chickpeas garbanzo beans drained and rinsed
    • 1-3 cloves of Garlic depending on taste- I used 2 and boy can you taste it!
    • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
    • ¼ - ½ cup of vegetable broth or fat free chicken broth or even water
    • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
    • ½ teaspoon curry powder more to taste-this just gives a nice hint

    Instructions
     

    • Put all ingredients in a blender or food processor with only ¼ cup of the broth. Blend until smooth adding more of the broth to help consistency if you need too. You may have to help it with a stir now and then you want it thick.
      1 can of Chickpeas, 1-3 cloves of Garlic, 1 teaspoon sesame oil, 1 teaspoon lemon juice, ½ teaspoon curry powder
    • Serve with whole-wheat pita and veggie slices, use in wraps, smear on whole-wheat crackers. You can really do anything with it and it sure is great for a parties!
      ¼ - ½ cup of vegetable broth or fat free chicken broth or even water

    Nutrition

    Calories: 8kcalCarbohydrates: 0.5gProtein: 0.1gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 0.1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.3gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.3gSodium: 39mgPotassium: 6mgFiber: 0.1gSugar: 0.1gVitamin A: 23IUVitamin C: 0.5mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 0.1mg
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    1. Ed_Chile

      July 29, 2010 at 7:40 pm

      I make hummus a lot and never use tahini. This a great, tasty recipe. I sometimes add cooked beets to the garbanzos which adds a different flavor---and adds some color! Good for parties!

      Reply
    2. SALLY MASSEY

      March 10, 2010 at 12:42 pm

      Thanks Roni: I know it's been awhile since someone left a comment. This recipe sounds great,I am anxious to try it.I soaked my beans last night. Other recipes says it makes a difference. I want to see for myself.I actually already bought the expensive Tahini before I received your recipe for sesame oil,which is in my frig.. I will try both. But I need your lo-cal version the most.I am making it today. Will let you know.Ty Again Sally

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    3. heidi

      August 06, 2009 at 6:33 pm

      I think this is delicious! Make sure you dice up the garlic before you put it in. I just threw it in the blender so my hummus has giant chunks of garlic in it.

      How long does the hummus last?

      Reply
    4. roni

      June 09, 2009 at 8:26 pm

      LOL it was just a simple wrap with hummus, cucumbers, tomatoes, greens and red onion. That was it. I just fell in love with the texture. 🙂

      Reply
    5. Jenna

      June 07, 2009 at 12:08 pm

      roni.....what was on the vegetarian wrap you ordered that got you hooked? I am intrigued =D

      Reply
    6. Cyndy

      January 08, 2009 at 9:56 am

      This is great! I made it last night and included it on my new favorite 4 point sandwich: Take an Alternative whole wheat pita: 1 point, 1 Chile Lime Chicken burger from Trader Joes: 2 points, and a nice slice of roasted red pepper: 0 points and some fresh baby spinach leaves: 0 points and spread the hummus: 1 point somewhere amongst it all and yummy! Thanks Roni for the great recipes.

      Reply
    7. Vickie

      January 02, 2009 at 10:45 am

      This sounds great! I love Hummus and make it often. I will try the sesame oil instead of tahini to cut some of the calories and I really like the flavor of cumin so will add that instead of curry. Can't wait to try it. Thanks for the recipe.

      Reply
    8. erin

      August 06, 2008 at 8:12 am

      Made this last night - Love it!! I will use it as a spread for fresh garden tomato wraps - yum!!!

      Reply
    9. Gidget

      July 04, 2008 at 11:23 am

      I love hummus and make it weekly. I've never used chicken broth, though. I've always used 1/3 cup liquid from the drained chickpeas. I keep roasted garlic in the fridge (those little jars sold in the produce section) and add a couple of teaspoons before processing. Since counting WW points, I tried making a batch with NO oil, and honestly - I can't tell the difference.

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    10. Anna

      May 02, 2008 at 4:28 pm

      I also throw in some roasted red peppers and use Tahini. The only problem is that I can eat the whole batch!

      Reply
    11. coral

      May 02, 2008 at 12:26 am

      Try adding red peppers for a little bit of a kick. It's easiest to use the jarred kind that are packed in water. Our recipe is similar to yours, but with garbanzo beans, sesame tahini, red peppers, meyer lemon juice, lots of roasted garlic, Sambal (chili paste), and salt/pepper of course. It's one of my favorite snacks!!

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    12. Cindy

      January 08, 2008 at 2:00 pm

      Thanks for the inspiration. I didn't have sesame oil, but I just threw in the seeds. I left out the broth and added a little of the juice with the chickpeas and yummy. It's a great veggie dip! I'm eating my celery now.

      Reply
    13. roni

      January 06, 2008 at 10:43 pm

      Bonnie - I'm not a fan of store bought either. I say give it a try you are in control when you make it yourself.

      Reply
    14. Aimee

      January 04, 2008 at 12:30 pm

      I just made this a couple of days ago thanks to your inspiration and I used Cannellini beans and olive oil (because I didn't have sesame). I also used almost a tsp of curry powder and a couple dashes of hot sauce. It's delicious and gets better everyday! Thanks for the recipe, I've been looking for one without tahini. I'll definitely make it again though.. perfect for carrot dipping and far fewer fat grams than regular hummus.

      Reply
    15. Barb

      January 04, 2008 at 8:19 am

      I also make mine with great northern beans, and I put lemon zest and fresh parsley in mine. I like it both ways but I think the version with the great northern beans has a much creamier smoother texture. Maybe you would like that better. I am not a big fan of the store bought hummus unless is comes from a Greek restaurant or store.

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    16. Bonnie

      January 02, 2008 at 5:40 pm

      Does the homemade hummus taste a lot better than the store bought? Because I bought some at the store after hearing everyone rave about it, and I don't care for it. It's kind of OK...but nothing I ever crave. After tasting it for the first time, I've never touched it again....and I had a coupon if I bought two of them! So I'm wasting it.

      Reply
    17. roni

      January 02, 2008 at 4:05 pm

      You know, I was thinking of upping the lemon juice. Maybe I'll do that next time!

      Reply
    18. Kathy

      January 02, 2008 at 6:22 am

      And the lemon juice...the balance of flavors and that great "Mouth feel" is so good! I have also made it with Great Northern Beans when I was out of garbanzos.

      Reply

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