Ingredients:

  • 1 can (15 oz/425g) chickpeas
  • 1/3 cup (80ml) extra virgin olive oil
  • 4 cloves fresh garlic
  • 1/4 cup (60ml) fresh lemon juice
  • 1/2 tsp ground cumin
  • 1/2 tsp sea salt
  • 2 tbsp (30ml) ice cold water

Instructions:

  1. Drain the can into a colander and rinse thoroughly under cold water until the foam disappears.
  2. Place the 4 cloves of chopped garlic and 1/4 cup lemon juice in the food processor bowl.
  3. Pulse 5-7 times until the garlic is finely minced in the juice. Let it sit for 2 minutes.
  4. Pour in the 1/3 cup olive oil, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp cumin.
  5. Blend for 30 seconds until the mixture looks shimmering and pale yellow.
  6. Add the rinsed chickpeas to the processor.
  7. Process for 2 full minutes until the mixture is thick and mostly smooth.
  8. While the motor is running, drizzle in the 2 tbsp of ice cold water.
  9. Continue blending for another 1 minute until the hummus turns noticeably lighter and velvety.
  10. Swipe a finger through the spread; it should be creamy but hold a peak. Add a pinch more salt if the flavor feels flat.