Originally posted April 4, 2015
This Easy Hummus (without Tahini) is the best recipe! Blend all the ingredients until smooth, and you have a delicious, crowd-pleasing dip!
Hummus is a nutritious appetizer or snack that is perfect to make at home. Super easy, healthy and gluten free! I can't believe I've been paying so much over the years for hummus when it's so quick and easy to make (and did I mention CHEAP?).
Hummus is one item at the store that I find hard to purchase. A small tub can run you about $5, which seems ridiculous to me. Especially, since I go through hummus like water. I eat it with fresh veggies, pita chips, or spread it on sandwiches.
When I first decided to attempt in making my own hummus, I read that the main ingredient (besides chicpeas) was tahini. Tahini is a paste made from ground, hulled sesame seeds. Don't get me wrong, a jar of tahini can be pretty pricey as well. But because you only use a tablespoon or so in a recipe, it can last you a long time.
One day, I ran out of tahini and still decided to make hummus without it. What I discovered was that I really couldn't tell the difference. From there on out, I decided there is no need to spend the extra money for the tahini. I stick to my easy CHEAP version.
WHAT INGREDIENTS DO I NEED?
- 2 15.5oz cans of garbanzo beans; drain 1 can only
- ½ cup olive oil + additional for garnish
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon paprika + additional for garnish
- 1 tablespoon cumin
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: crushed red pepper flakes
HOW DO I MAKE EASY HUMMUS WITHOUT TAHINI?
STEP 1: Open the cans of garbanzo beans. Drain 1 can and leave the juice in the other.
STEP 2: Pour the cans into a food processor.
STEP 3: Add the olive oil and remaining ingredients. Blend until you have a smooth texture.
STEP 4: Scoop the hummus out of your blender and spread on a serving dish. Drizzle with a little extra olive oil, paprika and red pepper flakes if desired.
All ingredients can be altered based on your taste preference. Add more pepper flakes if you like it spicy, or add more olive oil if you would like it to have a thinner consistency.
This recipe for Easy Hummus (without Tahini) will have your friends and family devouring the entire bowl.
CHECK OUT MORE OF MY EASY HUMMUS RECIPES BELOW:
Oven Roasted Cauliflower Hummus
Easy Hummus without Tahini
Ingredients
- 2 15.5oz cans of garbanzo beans; drain 1 can only
- ½ cup olive oil + additional for garnish
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon paprika + additional for garnish
- 1 tablespoon cumin
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: crushed red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Open the cans of garbanzo beans. Drain 1 can and leave the juice in the other.
- Pour the cans into a food processor.
- Add the olive oil and remaining ingredients. Blend until you have a smooth texture.
- Scoop the hummus out of your blender and spread on a serving dish. Drizzle with a little extra olive oil, paprika and red pepper flakes if desired.
Notes
All ingredients can be altered based on your taste preference. Add more pepper flakes if you like it spicy, or add more olive oil if you would like it to have a thinner consistency.
Nicole says
Hello, I would really like to try this recipe, but I only have a blender with a blender work, the same as a food processor?
Julie says
Sure! You will most likely need to stop and scrape down the ingredients a few times while blending. But the result should be the same :).
Vanessa. says
I have a sesame seed sensitivity so thank you so much for this recipe because I LOVE hummus! Quick question, how long does this keep in the fridge?
Julie says
Typically, homemade versions will last 3-4 days in the refrigerator. If you don't eat it up before then!
Vanessa says
Made it LOVE it!!! It literally tastes the exact same and it’s creamier too. By any chance do you have the nutritional info or number of servings this makes?
Julie says
I'm so glad you enjoyed it!! I do not have those specific numbers for you. Sorry.