Easy Homemade Garlic Hummus Recipe in the Blender

Garlic hummus is one of those recipes that can be made in so many ways. It’s a perfect healthy snack to take to work or munch on in the evening. 

Hummus is a simple recipe that can be made in so many ways and there is no right or wrong way. Personally, I like a good classic garlic hummus with some delicious pita chips. Using fresh garlic is the best way to make it, but I’ve also used dried garlic with great success. 

If you go to the store, you can often find hummus already made in the deli section or near the produce. There are so many flavor options. Those can be a great place to get some ideas for what you might like. My brother-in-law gave me this recipe a while ago, and it’s the only way I make hummus. Justin will make it with red peppers sometimes, and other ingredients. But garlic hummus is my preferred method.

When making our own hummus, we can make it exactly how we want it. Most of the ingredients for a basic hummus are easy to find at almost any grocery store. The only thing I have a hard time finding is the classic Tahini, so I ordered that from Amazon. It seems expensive, but you use so little of it for each batch that it lasts a long time. I’ve had the same bottle for at least a year now. This makes me think I should probably check if there is an expiration date!

A few months ago we went to a farmer’s market in our neighborhood. There was a couple set up with at least a dozen varieties of hummus as well as naan, pita bread, and pita chips that were all homemade. They let us try a few samples, and we bought the spinach hummus. It was a little strange because it was green. But the spinach was not overwhelming, and the boys both liked it too.

There are so many different ways to make homemade hummus with a variety of flavors. Luckily, most use simple ingredients so you can make a homemade hummus recipe in no time. And, fresh hummus always tastes better than store-bought hummus. 

What to Dip in Hummus

There are a lot of options for things to dip in your hummus. It depends if you want a more healthy option for your delicious dip or a more traditional taste. 

• Pita chips
• Pita bread
• Naan
• Carrot sticks
• Celery sticks
• Your favorite crackers
• Bell peppers
• Cucumbers
• Snow peas or sugar snap peas
• Other raw veggies
• Pretzel sticks
• Bagel chips

What else can I do with Hummus?

In addition to being a healthy dip, you can add hummus to a few other recipes.

• Salad with Warm Potatoes and Hummus
• Use as a sandwich spread
• Add to a veggie wrap
• Hummus nachos
• Greek layered dip

Garlic Hummus Step by Step

Ingredients

• 1 can chickpeas (or garbanzo beans)
• 2 tbsp chickpea juice
• 1/4 cup lemon juice
• 1/4 cup tahini
• 2 tbsp minced garlic (or 2 garlic cloves, minced)
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1/2 tsp sea salt
• 1/4 tsp cumin
• 1 tbsp water
• 1 dash paprika

Preparation

Hummus really could not be any easier to make. I use a magic bullet to blend everything, but you could also use a high-speed blender or a food processor. The magic bullet cups are a perfect size for the amount in this recipe and it blends everything together nicely.

The can of chickpeas needs to be drained before adding them to the blender. You also need two tablespoons of the juice, so make sure to set that aside. I may have done this a time or two and forgot to set aside some reserved chickpea liquid. If that happens, I add a little water instead but you just lose a little bit of the flavor when that happens.

Add the rest of the ingredients to your blender and give it a good shake. Turn the blender on and blend until you have your desired consistency. I like my hummus to be on the thicker side with a creamy texture. Make sure that all of the chickpeas have been crushed so you get a smooth hummus.

When serving the hummus, make a small well in the middle. Add a drizzle of olive oil and sprinkle with a bit more paprika. You can also garnish it with fresh lemon juice. We like to use homemade pita chips or pita bread for dipping and have also used fresh veggies as well. I have a recipe for homemade pita bread that you can try. 

Garlic Hummus Leftovers

Storage: Store leftover hummus in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. 

Serving: Give the hummus a good stir before serving. 

Recipe

Garlic Hummus

Hummus is one of those recipes that can be made in so many ways. It's a perfect healthy snack to take to work or munch on in the evening. 

Prep Time 5 minutes minutes

Total Time 5 minutes minutes

Course:

Appetizer

Cuisine:

American

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Greek

Keyword:

chickpeas

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dip

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garlic

Servings: 2 cups

5 from 5 votes

Ingredients

• 1 can chickpeas
• 2 tbsp chickpea juice
• 1/4 cup lemon juice
• 1/4 cup tahini
• 1 tbsp minced garlic
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp cumin
• 1 tbsp water
• 1 dash paprika

Recommended Equipment

• Colander
• Blender
• Magic Bullet

Instructions

• Drain chickpeas, reserving 2 tbsp of the chickpea juice
• Add all ingredients to a blender (I use the magic bullet)
• Blend all ingredients to desired consistency, making sure all of the chickpeas have been crushed
• When serving, make a small well in the hummus and add a small amount of olive oil and sprinkle with paprika if desired
• Serve with pita chips, pita bread, or fresh vegetables to dip

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Nutrition Facts

Garlic Hummus

Amount Per Serving (0.25 cup)

Calories 41 Calories from Fat 36

% Daily Value*

Fat 4g6%

Saturated Fat 1g5%

Sodium 79mg3%

Carbohydrates 2g1%

Fiber 1g4%

Sugar 1g1%

Protein 1g2%

Vitamin C 1.5mg2%

Calcium 5mg1%

Iron 0.2mg1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

All nutritional information is based on third-party calculations and should be considered estimates. Actual nutrition content will vary based on brands used, measuring methods, portion sizes, and more.

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