Yeast Free No-Cook Hummus
Creamy, bright, and deeply satisfying, this blender-style hummus comes together with just a handful of pantry staples and zero cooking required. Tahini and fresh lemon juice do the heavy lifting here, creating that silky, tangy base you want in a great hummus — no shortcuts, no compromises. Because the entire recipe relies on whole, single-ingredient foods like chickpeas, olive oil, and spices, there's nothing hidden to worry about, making it a genuinely clean and straightforward option for anyone avoiding fermented or leavened ingredients. The trick of processing the garlic and lemon juice first, then whipping the tahini before the chickpeas ever hit the bowl, is what gives this hummus its unusually smooth, almost fluffy texture. A drizzle of good olive oil and a pinch of smoked paprika on top turn it from everyday snack into something you'd proudly set out for guests. Serve it with raw vegetables, warm flatbread, or just a spoon — honestly, it disappears fast 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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