Veggies with Classic Homemade Hummus

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No mezze is complete without the Classic Homemade Hummus, in my opinion. This creamy hummus is simply delicious for a quick, nutritious addition to a variety of appetizers and meals.

Hummus is a great source of plant protein, fiber, and an array of vitamins and minerals. See below on how to prepare this creamy hummus.

How to Prepare the Classic Hummus with Veggies

• Place the garbanzo beans in a small pan, covering with an inch or two of cool water. Let simmer until tender, about 30 minutes.
• Drain and remove loose skin by gently rubbing the garbanzo beans between two towels, or by picking the skin off under warm water. This will make for a creamier texture, also making the hummus easier to digest for sensitive stomachs.
• Place all the ingredients within a high-powered blender or food processor, adjusting the water to your preferred creamy texture.
• Top with a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil and a sprinkle of cumin and paprika. Pair with your favorite veggies, pita bread or pita chips, or add to a mezze platter!

What Can You Pair with this Hummus?

This Classic Homemade Hummus pairs perfectly with a wide array of vegetables including an English cucumber, carrots, cherry tomatoes, watermelon radishes, and bell peppers. It also pairs great with pita bread and pita chips!

You could add hummus as part of a mezze, alongside other small dishes such as tabouli or baba ganoush. This hummus also pairs well with kebabs using the Sweet Summertime Teriyaki Kebab Marinade!

Print Recipe

Veggies with Classic Homemade Hummus

This creamy Classic Homemade Hummus is simply delicious for a quick, nutritious addition to a variety of appetizers and meals.

Prep Time20 minutes mins

Cook Time30 minutes mins

Total Time50 minutes mins

Servings: 6 servings

Ingredients

Homemade Hummus

• 15 ounces garbanzo beans
• 1 lemon juiced
• ¼ cup water
• 2 ½ tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 2 teaspoons garlic minced
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• ½ teaspoon paprika
• ¼ teaspoon black pepper
• ¼ teaspoon sea salt

Veggies

• English cucumber
• carrots
• cherry tomatoes
• watermelon radishes
• bell peppers

Instructions

• Place the garbanzo beans in a small pan, covering with an inch or two of cool water. Let simmer until tender, about 30 minutes.
• Drain and remove loose skin by gently rubbing the garbanzo beans between two towels, or by picking the skin off under warm water. This will make for a creamier texture, also making the hummus easier to digest for sensitive stomachs.
• Place all the ingredients within a high-powered blender or food processor, adjust water to your preferred creamy texture.
• Top with a drizzle of oil and a sprinkle of cumin and paprika. Pair with your favorite veggies!

Did you try out this recipe? If so, what did you pair it with? Comment below – I’d love to hear your feedback! 😊