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