Beef Free No-Cook Hummus
Creamy, bright, and endlessly versatile, this hummus comes together entirely in a food processor with a handful of pantry staples — no stove, no oven, no fuss. The trick to getting that silky-smooth texture is processing the chickpeas long enough, a full two to three minutes, so every last bit breaks down into something genuinely luxurious. Tahini and fresh lemon juice do the heavy lifting on flavor, while a drizzle of good olive oil and a pinch of smoked paprika make the finished bowl look like something from a restaurant spread. Blending the garlic with the lemon juice first is a small step that makes a big difference, mellowing the raw bite and distributing it evenly throughout. Every single ingredient here is plant-based and naturally free from any animal proteins, so there's nothing to second-guess or swap out. It works beautifully as a dip for vegetables and pita, a spread on sandwiches, or a base for grain bowls — basically anywhere you want something rich and satisfying without much effort.
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6 servings
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained, liquid reserved
- ¼ cup tahini
- 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice (from about 1 large lemon)
- 1 small garlic clove, roughly chopped
- ½ tsp ground cumin
- ½ tsp salt, plus more to taste
- 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for serving
- 2–4 tbsp reserved chickpea liquid or cold water, as needed
For serving
- ¼ tsp smoked paprika (optional)
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Add the garlic and lemon juice to the bowl of a food processor and pulse 5–6 times until the garlic is finely minced.
- 2
Add the tahini, cumin, and salt. Process for about 1 minute, until the mixture is thick and slightly pale.
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