Recipe

4 Creative Ways to Make Hummus

By Lydia Eisenbeis at UNC Chapel Hill

Hummus is a healthy snack and great party appetizer that can be paired with veggies, chips, or even eaten by the spoonful. While everyone is familiar with the classic hummus, adding and substituting ingredients makes the chickpea-based recipe extremely versatile. 

In addition to its versatility, hummus is easy to throw together and takes minimal time. If you have a blender, NutriBullet, or food processor on hand, it can be made in as little as five minutes. Just measure out the ingredients, add them to the blender, and mix. 

The following hummus recipes are just a few of the possible variations you can make.

Classic Hummus

  • Prep Time: 5 mins
  • Total Time: 5 mins
  • Servings: 1
Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup chickpeas
  • 1 tablespoon tahini
  • Salt
  • Pepper
  • Cumin
  • 1 clove garlic
  • 2 lemon wedges
  • 1/3 cup olive oil

Lydia Eisenbeis

Step 1

Add all ingredients to a blender (season with salt, pepper, and cumin to your liking).

Lydia Eisenbeis

Step 2

Blend in pulses (adding more olive oil if needed for a smoother blend).

Step 3

Pour into serving bowl and enjoy!

Red Pepper Hummus

  • Prep Time: 5 mins
  • Total Time: 5 mins
  • Servings: 1
Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup chickpeas
  • 1/2 sliced red pepper
  • 1 tablespoon tahini
  • Salt and pepper
  • 1 clove garlic
  • 2 lemon wedges
  • 1/3 cup olive oil

Lydia Eisenbeis

Step 1

Add all ingredients to a blender.

Lydia Eisenbeis

Step 2

Blend in pulses (adding more olive oil if needed for a smoother blend).

Step 3

Pour hummus into a serving bowl and enjoy!

Beet Hummus

  • Prep Time: 5 mins
  • Total Time: 5 mins
  • Servings: 1
Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup chickpeas
  • 2 cooked beets
  • 1 tablespoon tahini
  • Salt and pepper
  • 1 clove garlic
  • 2 lemon wedges
  • 1/3 cup olive oil

Lydia Eisenbeis

Step 1

Add all ingredients to a blender.

Lydia Eisenbeis

Step 2

Blend in pulses (add more olive oil if needed for a smoother blend).

Step 3

Pour hummus into serving bowl and enjoy!

Avocado Hummus

  • Prep Time: 5 mins
  • Total Time: 5 mins
  • Servings: 1
Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup chickpeas
  • 1/2 avocado
  • 1 tablespoon tahini
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 clove garlic
  • 1 handful cilantro
  • 2 lime wedges
  • 1/3 cup olive oil

Lydia Eisenbeis

Step 1

Add all ingredients to a blender.

Lydia Eisenbeis

Step 2

Blend in pulses (add more olive oil if needed for a smoother consistency).

Step 3

Pour hummus into a serving bowl and enjoy!