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Healthy Chickpea Hummus Recipe

Name: Healthy Chickpea Hummus Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: 3 (15 oz) cans chickpeas, drained and rinsed; 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda; 1/2 cup tahini; 2 Tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; 1 large lemon, juiced; 1 large lime, juiced; 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin; 1 teaspoon sea salt (to taste); 1/2 teaspoon white pepper; 1/2 cup ice water (with ice), plus more if needed

ByRafael Mansero January 4, 2026January 4, 2026

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Introduction

This healthy chickpea hummus recipe is creamy, flavorful, and perfect as a snack or appetizer. Made from simple ingredients, it offers a fresh twist with both lemon and lime juice for a bright, zesty taste. It’s easy to make and sure to please any crowd.

A white bowl filled with creamy beige hummus spread in a thick, swirled layer with a shallow well in the center holding golden olive oil. The hummus is topped with scattered whole chickpeas, a light dusting of red paprika, and white sesame seeds arranged around the edges. A woman's hand is dipping a toasted pita triangle into the hummus near the bowl’s edge. Surrounding the bowl on a white marbled surface are more pita triangles, a lemon wedge, and a small white bowl filled with whole chickpeas. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

3 (15 oz) cans chickpeas (drained and rinsed)
1 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 cup tahini
2 Tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 large lemon, juiced
1 large lime, juiced
1 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon sea salt (to taste)
1/2 teaspoon white pepper
1/2 cup ice water (with ice) + more if needed

Instructions

Step 1: Drain and rinse canned chickpeas until the water runs clear. Place them in a pot filled with water and bring it to high heat.
Step 2: Add the baking soda and bring to a boil. Once boiling, reduce heat to medium and cook for 20 minutes.
Step 3: Remove from heat, drain, and rinse the chickpeas again. Submerge them in cool water and gently rub to remove the skins.
Step 4: Transfer the chickpeas to a high-powered blender or food processor.
Step 5: Add tahini, olive oil, lemon juice, and lime juice. Pulse until the mixture is smooth.
Step 6: Add cumin, salt, white pepper, ice cubes, and ice water. Pulse again until creamy. Add more ice water as needed to reach the desired consistency.

Tips & Variations

For extra creaminess, blend tahini separately with lemon juice before combining it with chickpeas.
Add a garlic clove for a classic, more pungent flavor.
Try swapping lime juice for all lemon juice if you prefer a simpler citrus profile.
Scoop with fresh veggies or spread on warm pita for a delicious snack.

Storage

Store hummus in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Stir before serving, adding a splash of water if it has thickened. Enjoy chilled or at room temperature.

How to Serve

A close-up of a round metal bowl filled with creamy light beige hummus spread in a smooth thick layer. On top, there are whole chickpeas sprinkled with reddish paprika arranged mostly on one side, creating a semi-circle. In the center of the hummus, a small well holds golden olive oil, creating a glossy pool surrounded by hummus ridges. A small purple flower is placed near the chickpeas for decoration. The bowl sits on a white marbled surface with a blurred background including another bowl of chickpeas and a wooden container with black peppercorns. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use dried chickpeas instead of canned?

Yes, soak and cook dried chickpeas until tender, then follow the recipe from the cooking stage. This will yield a fresher flavor but requires extra preparation time.

Why do I need to remove the chickpea skins?

Removing skins helps create a smoother, creamier hummus texture, reducing grit or graininess in the final dish.