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The best hummus recipes

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Josefine
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Creamy, healthy and easy homemade hummus

If you are looking for the best hummus recipes, you have come to the right place. Whether you love classic hummus or enjoy experimenting with bold flavours, this collection is packed with easy homemade hummus recipes that are creamy, nutritious and most important of all, full of flavour. Hummus is easy to make ahead, and a delicious way to add more plant-based protein and fiber to your meals.

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Beet hummus

Hummus is one of the most versatile dips you can make. It is perfect as an appetiser, healthy snack, sandwich spread, or part of a mezze platter. Made with wholesome ingredients like chickpeas, tahini, olive oil, lemon juice and garlic, homemade hummus is not only delicious but also quick and easy to prepare.

Every recipes in this collection is designed to be simple, flavourful and easy to make. Hummus that are ready in minutes, using simple pantry ingredients. Using a great classic base, the hummus is easy to customise with your favourite herbs, spices and vegetables. Only your imagination will stop you from creating a great hummus. Whether you are serving hummus with fresh vegetables, pita bread, crackers or using it as a spread for wraps and sandwiches, these recipes are sure to become household favourites.

Taste and adjust the seasoning before serving with more lemon juice, garlic, cumin or salt if needed. If you have the time, let the hummus rest for 20 to 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavours to develop.

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Hummus wasabi in bowl

Substitutes

You can exchange the chickpeas for other beans and legumes such as butter beans, cannellini beans and pinto beans.

I do not always have tahini at home, so if I crave hummus but do not have tahini, I will use the aquafaba from the canned chickpeas instead of tahini to keep the liquidity of the dip without having to use more oil. Slowly add the aquafaba when your blending your hummus to get your preferred consistency.

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Spicy hummus plated

Freezable

Homemade hummus freezes very well, making it a great option for meal prep. For the best results, transfer the hummus to an airtight freezer-safe container, leaving a little space at the top for expansion. Hummus can be frozen for up to three months.

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Freezer jars with hummus

When you are ready to enjoy the hummus, thaw it overnight in the refrigerator. After thawing, give it a good stir, as some separation is completely normal. If the hummus seem a little thick, simply mix in a splash of cold water or a drizzle of olive oil to restore its smooth, creamy texture.

Big Batch Cooking Tips

Freezing is a great way to always have homemade hummus on hand for healthy snacks, sandwiches, wraps or a quick appetiser whenever you need it, so next time make a big batch of classic hummus recipe and add additional flavours once it has defrosted.

Other recipes for you to enjoy

If you want to make more with your hummus than a dip or appetiser, try my falafel-ish hummus dressing. Or why not try some other chickpea recipes, like my roasted chickpea salad.

Whether you prefer traditional recipes or creative flavour combinations, there is a hummus here for every taste. Brose the recipes below to discover creamy, flavourful, and easy homemade hummus recipes that are perfect for snacking, entertaining and everyday meals.

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Black bean hummus plate
Quick and easy hummus
Hummus is a delicious spread, made with chickpeas. I have tweaked this basic recipe for many years to make it just right for my taste and I hope you like it too.
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Hummus with beetroot
Red beet does not only add colour to your hummus, but also a sweetness. This hummus is delicious with a whole wheat cracker to balance the flavours, or any kind of vegetable you usually dip your hummus in.
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On a silver coloured table, a glass bowl with pink beet hummus, two whole wheat crackers on the side. In the foreground a wheat cracker with a dollop of pink beet hummus
Hummus with wasabi
Wasabi is not only for putting on your sushi, try it in your next batch of hummus and you will get a new taste sensation.
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On a beige table cloth background, a folded light blue cloth napkin, a porcelain bowl with a nori sheet and a large portion of hummus wasabi
Hummus with sun-dried tomatoes
The addition of sun-dried tomatoes to a basic hummus gives a tartness to this, otherwise gentle chickpea dip and will sure become a favourite in the picnic basket or at your next gathering.
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Spicy hummus
Want to spice up your regular hummus? Then why not try my spicy hummus, that gets its heat from mixing fresh chili peppers with my basic hummus recipe. A perfect addition to the picnic basket.
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On a green textured background, with a linen table cloth in the left hand corners, a blue plate in the middle with spicy hummus smeared on the plate, topped with a few sliced chilipeppers
Black bean hummus
Combining my two favourite beans and pulses, black beans and chickpeas (garbanzo beans) into this tasty black bean hummus spread.
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On a wooden cutting board, a photo taken from above, a blue plate with black bean hummus in the middle, to the right hand side a handful of tortilla chips.
Roasted sweet potato hummus
If you are looking for a dish that is simple to make but feels more elevated, this hummus with roasted sweet potatoes is a perfect choice. It is a combination that hits all the right notes, creamy, sweet, savory, and just a little bit smoky from the roasting.
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