How to Make Garlicky Lemony Hummus - A Step-by-Step Guide

There's nothing quite like a delicious, homemade hummus to elevate your snacking game or add a burst of flavor to any meal. And when it comes to hummus, this Garlicky Lemony Hummus is a real stand-out. With the perfect balance of garlic and lemon, this hummus has a zesty and refreshing flavor that will keep you coming back for more.

Whether you're hosting a gathering, looking for a healthy snack, or just want to add a flavorful dip to your meals, this hummus is the perfect option. Plu...

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Ingredients

  • 2 (15 ounce) cans garbanzo beans, drained
  • 1 (15 ounce) can garbanzo beans, drained with liquid reserved
  • 6 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 lemons, zested and juiced
  • 1 tablespoon ground cumin
  • 2 teaspoons dried basil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • ¾ cup olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 15 mins
  • Servings: 18
  • Yield: 18 servings

  • Pour all garbanzo beans into the bowl of a food processor; pulse several times to slightly break some of the beans. Add garlic, lemon zest, lemon juice, cumin, basil, salt, cayenne pepper, and ground black pepper; blend until the beans are beginning to look like large crumbs, about 1 minute.
  • With the food processor running, gradually stream reserved liquid from garbanzo beans, olive oil, and sesame oil into the beans mixture; continue to blend until all liquids are integrated with the garbanzo bean mixture into a smooth hummus.
  • Nutrition

    141 cal.

    • Total Fat: 10g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Sodium: 270mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 11g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Protein: 3g
    • Vitamin C: 2mg
    • Calcium: 23mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 98mg