Xanthan Gum Free No-Cook Hummus
Creamy, bright, and deeply satisfying, this hummus comes together entirely in a food processor with a handful of pantry staples — no cooking required. Tahini and fresh lemon juice get blended first, which is the small but smart trick that gives the final dip its silky, almost fluffy texture. The reserved chickpea liquid does the heavy lifting as a natural emulsifier, loosening everything to that perfect, spoonable consistency without any additives or stabilizers whatsoever. That matters a lot when you're avoiding xanthan gum, since many store-bought dips and even some homemade recipes sneak in thickeners you didn't ask for. Every single ingredient here is clean and straightforward — chickpeas, garlic, cumin, olive oil — so there's nothing hidden to second-guess. A drizzle of good olive oil and a dusting of smoked paprika on top turns it into something you'd genuinely be proud to set out for guests. Scoop it with pita, pile it onto a grain bowl, or just eat it straight off a spoon — it holds up beautifully either way.
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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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