Hummus recipe without tahini
Craving hummus but don't have tahini? No worries! This easy homemade hummus recipe without tahini is just what you need.
Ingredients
- 15 oz can of chickpeas
- 4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2-3 tablespoons water if needed
- 6 basil leaves
Instructions
- Drain and rinse the chickpeas in a colander. Peel and remove the soul of the garlic.
- In a food processor or blender, add the chickpeas, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, basil, water, black pepper and salt.
- Blend the ingredients until smooth, stopping to scrape the sides down as needed.
- If you prefer a creamier hummus, you can add more water.
- Taste the hummus and adjust the seasoning as needed.
- Transfer the hummus to a bowl and drizzle with olive oil, garnish with basil and a sprinkle of black pepper.
