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Roasted Garlic Hummus

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Creamy Roasted Garlic Hummus made with chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, and mellow roasted garlic for a rich and flavorful homemade dip perfect for snacks, appetizers, and spreads.

  • Author: Julia
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Blended
  • Cuisine: Middle Eastern
  • Diet: Vegan

Ingredients

  • 2 cans (15 ounces each) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1 whole garlic bulb
  • 1/4 cup tahini
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil, plus more for garnish
  • 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 3–5 tablespoons cold water
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F.
  2. Slice the top off the garlic bulb and drizzle it with a little olive oil.
  3. Wrap the garlic bulb in foil and roast for 35-40 minutes until soft and golden.
  4. Allow the garlic to cool slightly, then squeeze the roasted cloves out of the bulb.
  5. In a food processor, combine the chickpeas, roasted garlic, tahini, lemon juice, olive oil, cumin, salt, and black pepper.
  6. Blend until mostly smooth.
  7. Gradually add cold water while blending until the hummus becomes creamy and silky.
  8. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
  9. Spread the hummus into a serving bowl and drizzle with extra olive oil.
  10. Garnish with paprika and fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

  • Peeling the chickpeas before blending creates an even smoother hummus texture.
  • Add roasted red peppers, harissa, or herbs for flavor variations.
  • Toasted pine nuts or chopped olives make excellent toppings.
  • Serve with pita bread, crackers, wraps, sandwiches, or fresh vegetables.
  • Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
  • Freeze hummus for up to 2 months and thaw in the refrigerator before serving.

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