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Fresh Lemon Hummus

Made with creamy chickpeas, zesty lemon juice, and flavorful spices, this Fresh Lemon Hummus is packed with fresh lemon flavor! The bright and tangy flavor of the lemon perfectly complements the creamy texture of the hummus, creating a delicious taste that's hard to resist.
Course Appetizer, Dip, Snack
Cuisine American, Greek
Keyword Fresh Lemon Hummus
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 6
Calories 182kcal

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Rinse and drain garbanzo beans. Add them to the bowl of a food processor, and process until they are crumbly and kind of resemble a graham cracker crust. *See notes
  • Add the lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, sea salt and cumin to the food processor. Process for 1 minute and then scrape the sides of the bowl. Process for a full 5 minutes until the hummus is very smooth and creamy. If the mixture seems too dry, add one tablespoon of water and continue to process until smooth and creamy.
  • Taste and add salt and lemon juice to your preference if you feel like it needs it.
  • Remove with a rubber spatula into a serving bowl and chill until ready to serve. When you are ready to serve, drizzle the top with a bit of olive oil and lemon zest as a garnish. Serve with your favorite fresh veggies, pita triangles, or soft pretzels.
  • If you make a double batch, portion the hummus into freezer-safe containers and freeze up to three months. Defrost the containers in the fridge for 24 hours before eating.

Notes

*If you don't want to use canned chickpeas, soak your chickpeas overnight, then drain and cook until tender. You can cook them in the Instant Pot for 16 minutes high pressure with natural release. You can also cover the chickpeas with water in a pot and simmer on the stove, covered, for 90 minutes. 

Nutrition

Calories: 182kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Sodium: 199mg | Potassium: 220mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 21IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 38mg | Iron: 2mg