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Perfect for dipping or as a spread.","serves":4,"time":{"prepMinutes":15,"cookMinutes":0,"totalMinutes":15,"activeMinutes":15},"ingredients":[{"id":"ingredient-1","original":"2 cups (450g) cooked chickpeas, rinsed and drained","name":"Chickpeas","quantity":450,"unit":"g","usQuantity":2,"usUnit":"cup","form":"cooked","notes":"rinsed and drained, canned or freshly boiled","group":"base","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-2","original":"1/2 cup (120g) tahini","name":"Tahini","quantity":120,"unit":"g","usQuantity":"1/2","usUnit":"cup","form":"paste","notes":"well-stirred","group":"base","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-3","original":"1/4 cup (60ml) fresh lemon juice","name":"Lemon juice","quantity":60,"unit":"ml","usQuantity":"1/4","usUnit":"cup","form":"freshly squeezed","notes":"about 1-2 lemons","group":"seasoning","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-4","original":"1 small clove of garlic, minced","name":"Garlic","quantity":1,"unit":"clove","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"clove","form":"minced","notes":"small clove to avoid overpowering","group":"seasoning","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-5","original":"2 tablespoons (30ml) extra virgin olive oil","name":"Olive Oil","quantity":30,"unit":"ml","usQuantity":2,"usUnit":"tbsp","form":"extra virgin","notes":"plus more for drizzling","group":"base","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-6","original":"1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt","name":"Sea Salt","quantity":3,"unit":"g","usQuantity":"1/2","usUnit":"tsp","form":"fine","notes":"to taste","group":"seasoning","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-7","original":"3 tablespoons ice-cold water","name":"Cold Water","quantity":45,"unit":"ml","usQuantity":3,"usUnit":"tbsp","form":"ice-cold","notes":"to reach desired consistency","group":"base","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-8","original":"1/2 teaspoon ground cumin","name":"Cumin","quantity":1,"unit":"g","usQuantity":"1/2","usUnit":"tsp","form":"ground","notes":"for flavor and garnish","group":"seasoning","optional":true}],"instructions":[{"id":"instruction-1","text":"In a food processor or high-speed blender, combine the tahini and lemon juice. Process for 1 minute, scrape the sides, and process for 30 seconds more to create a thick, creamy base.","group":"Prep","title":"Combine the tahini and lemon juice","timerMinutes":1.5,"sourceTitle":"Prep"},{"id":"instruction-2","text":"Add the olive oil, minced garlic, cumin, and salt. Process for 30-60 seconds until well blended.","group":"Seasoning","title":"Add the olive oil, minced garlic, cumin, and salt","timerMinutes":1,"sourceTitle":"Seasoning"},{"id":"instruction-3","text":"Add half of the chickpeas and process for 1 minute. Add the remaining chickpeas and process until the mixture is thick and smooth, about 1-2 minutes.","group":"Main Blend","title":"Add half of the chickpeas and process","timerMinutes":3,"sourceTitle":"Main Blend"},{"id":"instruction-4","text":"While the motor is running, slowly drizzle in the ice-cold water, one tablespoon at a time, until you reach your desired level of creaminess. The hummus will lighten in color and become fluffier.","group":"Finishing","title":"While the motor is running, slowly drizzle","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Finishing"},{"id":"instruction-5","text":"Transfer the hummus to a serving bowl. Use a spoon to create a shallow well in the center, drizzle with extra olive oil, and sprinkle with a pinch of cumin or paprika if desired.","group":"Serving","title":"Transfer the hummus","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Serving"}],"notes":"For an extra smooth texture, you can peel the chickpeas after rinsing, though it is time-consuming. Alternatively, blending the tahini and lemon juice first creates a creamy emulsion that improves the final result.","cuisine":{"group":"Mediterranean","specific":["Levantine","Middle Eastern"]},"course":["appetizer","side"],"cookingMethod":["noCook"],"equipment":["Food processor","Spatula","Measuring cups","Measuring spoons"],"diet":["vegan","vegetarian","gluten_free","dairy_free","high_protein","mediterranean","low_carb"],"allergens":["sesame"],"difficulty":"easy","yield":{"amount":500,"unit":"g","note":"Approximately 2 cups"},"makeAhead":{"instructions":"Hummus can be made in advance and the flavor often improves after a few hours in the fridge."},"storage":{"food":{"instructions":"Store in an airtight container with a thin layer of olive oil on top to prevent drying out.","reheatingNotes":"Serve cold or at room temperature. If frozen, thaw in the fridge overnight and stir well before serving."}},"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Frecipe_66184712aa%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=648d20cf-84fe-4052-b8d8-79fced2e9554","imageAlt":"Creamy Homemade Hummus — recipe cover","aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","sourceUrl":"","tags":["hummus","chickpeas","vegan","healthy","mediterranean","dip","high protein","gluten free"],"schemaVersion":1,"sourceTitle":"Creamy Homemade Hummus","sourcePublishedAt":"2026-02-04T01:32:11.122Z","sourceUpdatedAt":"2026-02-04T01:32:11.122Z","related":[{"id":"ac_l_ezme_d064be0373","slug":"acili-ezme","title":"Acılı Ezme","description":"A classic Turkish spicy vegetable salad and condiment featuring finely chopped tomatoes, peppers, and onions, balanced with the tang of pomegranate molasses and aromatic herbs.","serves":4,"time":{"prepMinutes":20,"cookMinutes":0,"totalMinutes":20,"activeMinutes":20},"cuisine":{"group":"Mediterranean","specific":["Turkish"]},"course":["sauce","appetizer"],"difficulty":"easy","diet":["vegan","vegetarian","gluten_free","dairy_free","nut_free","low_carb"],"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Fac_l_ezme_d064be0373%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=ac6fc624-4435-4cfa-9991-d45441036707","imageAlt":"Acılı Ezme — recipe cover","tags":["spicy","dip","vegetable","healthy","turkish","mezze"],"aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","ingredientCount":14,"stepCount":5},{"id":"recipe_2f05621352","slug":"bouyiourdi-greek-baked-feta","title":"Bouyiourdi (Greek Baked Feta)","description":"A traditional Greek meze featuring salty feta cheese baked until melted with juicy tomatoes, spicy peppers, and fragrant extra virgin olive oil.","serves":2,"time":{"prepMinutes":10,"cookMinutes":15,"totalMinutes":25,"activeMinutes":10},"cuisine":{"group":"Mediterranean","specific":["Greek"]},"course":["appetizer"],"difficulty":"easy","diet":["vegetarian","gluten_free"],"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Frecipe_2f05621352%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=fd6db74e-cfd9-46b5-aa96-6e0e76c26c9a","imageAlt":"Bouyiourdi (Greek Baked Feta) — recipe cover","tags":["feta","baked cheese","greek meze","spicy","vegetarian"],"aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","ingredientCount":6,"stepCount":5},{"id":"recipe_2630027145","slug":"fattoush-salad","title":"Fattoush Salad (فتوش)","description":"A classic Levantine bread salad made from toasted or fried pieces of khubz (Arabic flatbread) combined with mixed greens and other vegetables, featuring a zesty sumac and pomegranate dressing.","serves":4,"time":{"prepMinutes":15,"cookMinutes":5,"totalMinutes":20,"activeMinutes":20},"cuisine":{"group":"Mediterranean","specific":["Lebanese","Levantine"]},"course":["salad","side"],"difficulty":"easy","diet":["vegan","vegetarian","dairy_free","nut_free","egg_free","soy_free","low_fat"],"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Frecipe_2630027145%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=2aa31e1f-966b-4fba-8be1-80451b471a8c","imageAlt":"Fattoush Salad (فتوش) — recipe cover","tags":["salad","lebanese","healthy","vegan","mediterranean","sumac","pita","levantine"],"aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","ingredientCount":14,"stepCount":4}]}