Homemade hummus is creamy, flavorful, and so much better than store-bought. These four variations will take your snack game to the next level — from classic garlic to vibrant beetroot!
Classic Garlic
The one that started it all — silky smooth chickpea hummus with a bold garlic kick and a generous drizzle of olive oil.
Ingredients
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained
- 3 Tbsp tahini
- 2 cloves garlic
- 3 Tbsp lemon juice
- 2 Tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 tsp cumin
- Salt to taste
Toppings
- Olive oil drizzle
- Paprika
- Whole chickpeas
- Fresh parsley
Steps
- Add chickpeas, tahini, garlic, lemon juice, and cumin to a food processor.
- Blend for 2 minutes, scraping sides as needed.
- With the processor running, drizzle in olive oil and 2 Tbsp ice water until silky smooth.
- Transfer to a bowl, create a swirl with a spoon, and top with olive oil, paprika, and parsley.
Roasted Red Pepper
Sweet, smoky roasted red peppers blended into classic hummus for a gorgeous orange-red dip that’s impossible to stop eating.
Ingredients
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained
- 2 Tbsp tahini
- 1/2 cup roasted red peppers
- 2 Tbsp lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 2 Tbsp olive oil
Toppings
- Diced roasted red pepper
- Olive oil drizzle
- Smoked paprika
- Toasted pine nuts
Steps
- Add chickpeas, tahini, roasted red peppers, lemon juice, garlic, and smoked paprika to a food processor.
- Blend until smooth, about 2 minutes.
- Drizzle in olive oil while blending until creamy.
- Serve topped with diced peppers, pine nuts, and a dusting of smoked paprika.
Avocado Cilantro
Creamy avocado meets chickpeas with bright cilantro and lime — it’s like guacamole and hummus had a baby.
Ingredients
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained
- 1 ripe avocado
- 2 Tbsp tahini
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro
- 2 Tbsp lime juice
- 1 clove garlic
- Salt to taste
Toppings
- Cilantro leaves
- Lime wedge
- Everything bagel seasoning
- Olive oil drizzle
Steps
- Add chickpeas, avocado, tahini, cilantro, lime juice, and garlic to a food processor.
- Blend until completely smooth and vibrant green.
- Season with salt to taste.
- Top with fresh cilantro, everything bagel seasoning, and a squeeze of lime.
Golden Beetroot
Earthy golden beets give this hummus a stunning color and a subtly sweet, earthy flavor that’s absolutely gorgeous on a snack board.
Ingredients
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained
- 1 medium golden beet, roasted
- 2 Tbsp tahini
- 2 Tbsp lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic
- 2 Tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp cumin
Toppings
- Sesame seeds
- Olive oil drizzle
- Fresh dill
- Crumbled feta
Steps
- Roast the golden beet at 400F wrapped in foil for 45 minutes. Cool and peel.
- Add chickpeas, roasted beet, tahini, lemon juice, garlic, and cumin to a food processor.
- Blend until smooth, drizzling in olive oil.
- Serve topped with sesame seeds, fresh dill, and crumbled feta.
Meal prep tip: All four hummus flavors store beautifully in airtight containers for up to 5 days. Drizzle with olive oil before sealing to keep the top from drying out.