Silky Hummus
Very smooth hummus from canned chickpeas, blended with tahini, lemon and ice water.
Published 2 Sep 2026Updated Tested by Hina Ikram
Ingredients
Equipment: Heavy-based pan
Method
Blend tahini, lemon, garlic and salt until pale and thick.
Add chickpeas and cumin; blend, adding ice water a spoon at a time until very smooth.
Spread in a bowl, swirl, and finish with olive oil and paprika.
Cooking tips
- For the smoothest texture, pinch the skins off the chickpeas first.
Substitutions
- Tahini → smooth peanut butter (different flavour, still good)
Serve with
Pita, cucumber sticks, or alongside shawarma.
Storage
Fridge up to 5 days.
Reheating
Serve cold or at room temperature.
Nutrition per serving, estimated
Estimated from the ingredient list. Values vary with brands and portion size.
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