This Quick and Easy Mediterranean Hummus is the perfect side to add to any table. It is creamy, packed with flavor and nutritious. Make it in 10 minutes and serve it in wraps, as a side or snack.
Jump to:
Hummus is a great starter option because it is so easy to make. I know you're probably thinking why not just buy hummus from the supermarket but once you try this recipe you'll never go back!
Chickpeas can be used to make Chickpea Curry Made with Coconut Milk, Vegan Quinoa Chickpea Salad, Chickpea Tomato Curry Recipe sandwiches and more. Chickpeas are also the main ingredient in hummus because they have a super creamy texture when blended. All the ingredients used in this recipe are fresh and don't include any preservatives. Making hummus at home allows you to alter the ingredients to suit your taste.
This delicious dip takes just 10 minutes to prepare and is perfect for serving with bread, carrots, cucumbers, celery, olives, or wraps.
Why You Should Try This Recipe
- This hummus recipe is quick, easy and delicious.
- It can be made with less than ten ingredients.
- This quick and easy Mediterranean hummus can be served with various snacks.
- You can adjust the seasoning to suit your taste.
Mediterranean Hummus Ingredients
See the recipe card for full information on ingredients and quantities.
- Chickpeas/Garbanzo beans: Chickpeas, or garbanzo beans, are the main ingredients in this scrumptious Mediterranean dip.
- Tahini: Tahini is sesame seeds blended into a paste. Use good-quality shop-bought tahini for this recipe.
- Lemon juice: Fresh lemon juice works best for this recipe, but you can also use shop-bought lemon juice instead. If it is too strong, dilute it.
- Garlic cloves: I prefer to use fresh garlic for this recipe but if you don't have any to hand you can use garlic powder instead.
- Water: Make sure you have some water on hand, as this will help to loosen the consistency of the hummus and make it silky smooth. The amount of water you add depends on your preferred texture of hummus.
- Cumin: This adds delicious flavor to the hummus.
- Salt: to taste or as instructed.
- Olive oil: This will give the hummus a smooth texture. You can also drizzle it on top of the hummus when serving.
- Sumac: or paprika for serving.
- Parsley: Serve this hummus with roughly chopped parsley.
Tips and Substitutions
- Smoother hummus: If you want an even smoother hummus, remove the skin from the chickpeas before blending.
- Storage: Refrigerate for up to 2-3 days in an air-tight container.
- Serving: This bowl is easy to customize and goes well with many different sides like this Quick Persian Shirazi Salad.
How to Make Quick and Easy Mediterranean Hummus
- Start by adding tahini and lemon juice to a food processor.
2. Blend the mixture until smooth. You may need to add water to get a smooth, silky consistency.
3. Once the tahini is smooth, add salt and cumin and blend until smooth.
4. Next, add garlic cloves and chickpeas to the food processor and blend.
5. As the mixture blends add olive oil and water.
Tip: The amount of water you add depends on your preferred texture of hummus. Start by adding a small amount and add more if necessary.
6. Blend until the hummus becomes smooth and creamy.
7. Serve this smooth, creamy hummus with olive oil, sumac, fresh parsley and pita, falafel wraps, Best Turkish Bread, carrots, cucumbers and any other side of your choice. You can also serve it with Homemade Chicken Doner Kebab and Authentic Lebanese Falafel Recipe.
Recipe FAQs
It is made with chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, garlic, cumin, salt, pepper and oil.
It is usually eaten with pita bread.
Scoop any remaining dip into an airtight container and refrigerate for up to five days.
More Delicious Mediterranean Recipes
Quick and Easy Mediterranean Hummus
Equipment
- 1 Food processor
Ingredients
- 1 can of chickpeas (15oz) cooked or canned
- ½ a cup of tahini
- ¼ cup of lemon juice
- 1-2 garlic cloves or garlic seasoning to taste
- Water
- ¼ teaspoon of cumin
- ¼-1/2 teaspoon of salt
- 2-3 tablespoon Olive oil
- Sumac or paprika for serving
Instructions
- Add tahini and lemon juice to a food processor and blend until smooth. Add water if necessary. The texture should be smooth and creamy.
- Add salt, cumin, garlic and blend until smooth.
- Then, add chickpeas, olive oil and blend again. Add water and adjust seasoning if necessary.
- Plate up, add a drizzle of olive oil and sprinkle sumac or paprika and chopped parsley on top. Serve with carrots, cucumbers and crackers.
Lorraine G
Came out perfect... My husband loves it. Ty
Jen Sim
This homemade hummus is a creamy, flavorful and delicious dip that can be serve with various sides.
Karyn
Please give measurement for chickpeas. One can. What size can?
How many cups soaked and cooked?
This is a guessing game I guess.
Jen Sim
Hi Karyn, Most chickpea cans are about 15 oz.
Michele
I make this about once a week. Love it and so does everyone else