Seed Oil Free Instant Pot Hummus
Creamy, cloud-like hummus is one of those things that's genuinely hard to replicate from a tub, and this from-scratch version absolutely delivers. The problem with most store-bought options is that they're loaded with refined vegetable or seed oils to extend shelf life — this recipe keeps things clean with just extra-virgin olive oil and real, whole ingredients you can actually pronounce. Starting with dried chickpeas and pressure-cooking them until they're melt-tender is the secret to that impossibly smooth texture you usually only find at a great Middle Eastern restaurant. Blending the tahini and lemon juice first before adding the chickpeas is a small step that makes a huge difference, building a pale, whipped base that stays light and airy. A drizzle of good olive oil, a dusting of smoked paprika, and a handful of fresh parsley turn the finished bowl into something you'd genuinely want to photograph. Whether you're scooping it up with warm pita or spreading it across a grain bowl, this is the kind of recipe that makes you wonder why you ever bought the packaged stuff.
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8 servings
- 1 cup dried chickpeas
- 7 cup water
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ⅓ cup tahini
- 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice (from about 1 large lemon)
- 2 cloves garlic, peeled
- ¾ tsp salt, plus more to taste
- ½ tsp ground cumin
- 2–4 tbsp ice water, as needed
For serving
- 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil, for serving
- ¼ tsp smoked paprika, for serving (optional)
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, roughly chopped, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Place the dried chickpeas in a large bowl and cover with 4 cups of water. Soak at room temperature for at least 8 hours or overnight, then drain and rinse through a colander.
- 2
Add the soaked, drained chickpeas, 3 cups of fresh water, and the baking soda to the Instant Pot insert. Secure the lid and set the valve to Sealing. Cook on High Pressure for 20 minutes, then allow the pressure to release naturally for 15 minutes before carefully turning the valve to Venting to release any remaining pressure.
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