Chestnut Free No-Cook Hummus
Creamy, bright, and endlessly scoopable, this hummus comes together entirely in a food processor — no stovetop, no soaking, no fuss. The trick to getting that silky-smooth texture is processing the tahini and lemon juice first, then letting the chickpeas blend long enough that every last bit disappears into a pale, velvety dip. A drizzle of olive oil swirled into the center and a dusting of smoked paprika make it look like something you'd order at a restaurant, even though it took almost no effort at all. Every ingredient here is straightforward and naturally free from tree nuts, so there's no need to scrutinize labels or worry about unexpected additions hiding in a store-bought tub. The reserved chickpea liquid is the quiet hero — adding it gradually gives you total control over consistency, whether you want something thick enough to pile on a pita or loose enough to use as a sauce. It's the kind of recipe you'll make once and then keep in permanent rotation.
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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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