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Classic Hummus (Zoe’s Copycat)

This Classic Hummus is fresh, creamy, super smooth and tastes just like Zoe’s Kitchen hummus! The perfect light and healthy summer snack and so easy to make!

Course Appetizer
Cuisine Mediterranean
Keyword Easy hummus recipe, Healthy appetizer, Zoe’s hummus recipe
Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes

Ingredients

  • 2 cans of garbanzo beans chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 3 teaspoons baking soda
  • 1/3 cup tahini
  • 1.5 teaspoons minced garlic or 3 cloves fresh garlic
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground white pepper
  • 1/4 to 1/2 cup lemon juice depending on preference
  • 1/4 to 1/2 cup ice cold water
  • Olive oil
  • Paprika

Instructions

  1. Add drained and rinsed chickpeas to a small bowl. Add baking soda and stir to combine. Add to a skillet over medium heat and heat for 2-3 minutes, or until chickpeas are warm.
  2. Remove from skillet into a bowl of cold water and rub chickpeas thoroughly to remove skins. You may need to change the water a few times until you have removed most of the skins, which you can discard.
  3. Add skinned chickpeas to a food processer. Add tahini, garlic, salt, and white pepper. Pulse a few times to begin blending.
  4. Add 1/4 cup lemon juice and continue blending until smooth, 2-3 minutes. Taste and add more lemon juice depending on your preference.
  5. Slowly add cold water as you continue blending. Stop periodically and check consistency. If you like a thicker hummus, add less water. If you like it thinner and smoother, continue adding water until you reach desired consistency.
  6. Add to serving bowl and add a small amount of olive oil and paprika to taste (optional). Enjoy with pita chips/bread and vegetables.

Recipe Notes

Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to one week.