Breastfeeding Friendly Vegan Creamy Party Hummus
Creamy, garlicky, and impossibly smooth, this from-scratch hummus is the kind of dip that disappears from the table before you even get a chance to sit down. Starting with dried chickpeas and cooking them until they're melt-tender is the secret to that ultra-silky texture you just can't get from a can. The combination of good tahini, fresh lemon juice, and a long spin in the food processor creates something genuinely luxurious — light, pale, and perfectly balanced. For anyone navigating a nutrient-dense diet right now, this is a powerhouse snack built from whole, wholesome ingredients like chickpeas, olive oil, and sesame, all of which support sustained energy and nourishment. A drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil and a dusting of smoked paprika turn it into something that looks as impressive as it tastes. Serve it with warm pita, crunchy vegetables, or honestly just a spoon — no judgment here.
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12 servings
For the chickpeas
- 1 lb dried chickpeas
- 2 tsp baking soda
For the hummus
- ¾ cup well-stirred tahini
- ⅓ cup fresh lemon juice (from about 2 lemons)
- 3 cloves garlic, peeled
- 1 ½ tsp kosher salt, plus more to taste
- ½ tsp ground cumin
- 4–6 tbsp ice water
For serving
- 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil, for serving
- ½ tsp smoked paprika, for serving
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped (optional)
Can be omittedfresh parsley
Instructions
- 1
Place the dried chickpeas in a large bowl and add 1 tsp baking soda and enough cold water to cover by at least 3 inches. Soak at room temperature for 8 hours or overnight, until the chickpeas have roughly doubled in size.
- 2
Drain and rinse the soaked chickpeas, then transfer them to a large pot. Add the remaining 1 tsp baking soda and enough cold water to cover by 3 inches. Bring to a boil over high heat, skimming off any foam that rises to the surface.
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