Coconut Free Party-Style Tomato Basil Hummus
Bright, herby, and loaded with bold Mediterranean flavor, this hummus is the kind of dip that disappears fast at any gathering. Sun-dried tomatoes bring a deep, jammy sweetness while fresh basil keeps things vibrant and aromatic — together they transform a classic spread into something genuinely memorable. The base is built on chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, and a touch of cumin, so every ingredient earns its place and nothing feels fussy or out of reach. Processing the mixture for a full two to three minutes is the real secret to that ultra-smooth, creamy texture that store-bought versions rarely achieve. Because the recipe relies entirely on whole, straightforward pantry staples, there's no need to scan labels for hidden coconut-derived oils or emulsifiers that often sneak into commercial dips. A generous drizzle of olive oil and a few extra sun-dried tomatoes on top make it look stunning on a party spread with almost zero extra effort. Scoop it up with warm pita or crisp cut vegetables and watch it vanish before the main course even hits the table.
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12 servings
- 2 cans (15 oz each) chickpeas, drained, liquid reserved
- ½ cup tahini
- 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice (from about 1 large lemon)
- 2 cloves garlic, roughly chopped
- ⅓ cup oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, drained and roughly chopped
- ½ cup fresh basil leaves, loosely packed
- ½ tsp ground cumin
- ¾ tsp kosher salt, plus more to taste
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 3–4 tbsp reserved chickpea liquid or cold water
For serving
- 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil, for finishing
- 1 tbsp fresh basil, thinly sliced (optional)
- 1–2 tbsp sun-dried tomatoes, roughly chopped (optional)
- pita bread or cut vegetables, for dipping (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Add the garlic to the food processor and pulse 5–6 times until finely minced.
- 2
Add the drained chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, sun-dried tomatoes, basil leaves, cumin, salt, and black pepper to the food processor. Process for about 1 minute, until the mixture is roughly combined.
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