Delicious Lemon Garlic Hummus Recipe You’ll Love

Lemon Garlic Hummus — a mediterranean recipe (condiments and sauces) with 7 ingredients. Source: edamam.com.

Medium
Updated March 20, 2026

20

Total Time (min)

6

servings

338

Calories/serving

Medium

Difficulty

Delicious Lemon Garlic Hummus Recipe You’ll Love

Ingredients

Servings:
6
  • 1 cup cooked chickpeas (Canned or boiled)
  • 1 cup tahini (Sesame seed paste)
  • 1 medium lemon, juiced (Freshly squeezed for best flavor)
  • 2 cloves garlic (Minced)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (Extra virgin recommended)
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin (For added flavor)
  • Salt to taste salt

Instructions

5 steps

  1. Prepare Ingredients

    Gather all ingredients and have them ready.

    Using fresh lemon juice enhances the flavor.
  2. Blend Chickpeas

    In a food processor, add cooked chickpeas and blend until smooth.

    Scrape down the sides to ensure even blending.
  3. Add Remaining Ingredients

    Add tahini, lemon juice, minced garlic, olive oil, and cumin.

    Start with a little salt; you can adjust later.
  4. Blend Again

    Blend the mixture until creamy and smooth, adding water if necessary.

    For a creamier texture, add ice water slowly.
  5. Taste and Adjust

    Taste the hummus and adjust salt or lemon juice as needed.

    Serve chilled for better flavor.

💡 Tips & Tricks

Health: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Mediterranean, DASH, Dairy-Free. Diet: High-Fiber

Storage & Reheating

❄️

Refrigerator

Up to 3 days in an airtight container

🧊

Freezer

Up to 2 months — thaw overnight in fridge

🔥

Reheat in a skillet or microwave until heated through.

What to Serve With

Complete your mediterranean meal with these perfect pairings:

🍽️Steamed rice or crusty bread
🍽️A fresh green salad
🍽️Seasonal roasted vegetables

About This Dish

Delicious Lemon Garlic Hummus Recipe You’ll Love is a beloved dish from Mediterranean cuisine. With a total preparation time of about 20 minutes, it's a quick and easy option for any day of the week.

Mediterranean cuisine offers a rich tapestry of flavors and cooking traditions that reflect the culture and history of the region. This dish is a wonderful example of its distinctive culinary heritage.

This recipe is rated medium difficulty and uses 7 ingredients. Intermediate cooks will enjoy the balanced challenge.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, just soak and boil them before use.

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Nutrition Facts

6 serving(s) per recipe

Serving size1 serving
Calories150kcal
Total Fat7gg
Sodium200mgmg
Total Carbohydrates20gg
Dietary Fiber5gg
Total Sugars1gg
Protein6gg

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Values are approximate and may vary based on ingredients used.

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