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How to Make Authentic Greek Hummus

This Mediterranean style hummus comes together in less than 5 minutes! This recipe for authentic Greek Hummus is quick, delicious, and pairs perfectly with so many of my favorite snacks, lunches and dinner recipes.

Every time my dad comes to visit, we make Hummus. His “Greek” recipe is so delicious, it tastes authentic. “Of course, it’s authentic! It’s Greek!” he says.

large bowl of homemade hummus

Having both my mom and stepdad over is a bit comical, almost like the movie My Big Fat Greek Wedding. My mom, the Spaniard, tries to tell him to use more or less olive oil or garlic, etc. He says: Hummus is Greek.  Don’t mess with the ingredients. This is his recipe, and I have to say, he’s right. There’s nothing like traditional, Greek Hummus. The store-bought versions simply don’t compare!

Hummus Ingredients

Have you ever thought to yourself “what is hummus made of?”. You’re not alone! So many of us love hummus, but don’t quite know what to mix together to make this amazing dip.

To make this Authentic Greek Hummus, you’ll need:

  • Tahini
  • Canned chickpeas
  • Olive oil
  • Ground Cumin
  • Garlic cloves
  • water
  • Salt
  • Ground Pepper
  • Lemon

Authentic Hummus Recipe

If you can use a blender, you can make your own Hummus. Seriously, it’s that easy! Don’t believe me? This recipe literally comes together in two simple steps.

  1. Pulse the chickpeas, lemon juice, tahini, oil, cumin and garlic in a food processor or blender for 1 minute
  2. Thin with water, adding it slowly to the blender & season with Salt/Pepper to taste.

See? So easy! And once you’ve made this recipe, the possibilities are endless! I love keeping a batch of homemade Hummus on hand in the fridge for my kids to snack on through the week. This Hummus recipe even makes it’s way into homemade bistro boxes throughout the week, which I use for school and healthy office lunches.

How to Make Hummus in the Blender

Making hummus in the blender is very easy, just like you saw in the video! I like to place all liquids at the bottom and then the more solid ingredients at the top to help the blender make a smooth hummus dip.My favorite blender is the Blendtec Blender. I’ve purchased three of them; one for my house, one for the studio where I film all our videos, and one for my parents as a gift.

Blendtec blenders are hands down one of the best investments I’ve made in my kitchen. My personal blender has more than 8,000 blends!

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How to Use Hummus

Lunch is one of my favorite times of day to enjoy Hummus. While there are lots of different ways to do it, I share 5 favorite Hummus recipes for lunch in the video below. Watch how easy it is to pull one of these easy lunches together.


And it doesn’t stop with these lunches, we also love using Hummus for breakfast, dinner and the best snacks EVER and don’t get me started on epic hummus platters.

Check out these recipes using Hummus:

  • Greek Nachos
  • Hummus Stuffed Avocados
  • Hummus Wraps
  • Chicken and Hummus Bistro Box
  • Hummus Spinach Dip
  • Hummus Crostini Appetizer
  • Hummus Stuffed Celery Stalks
  • Hummus Tostadas
  • Hummus Veggie Club
  • Roasted Red Pepper Hummus Chicken
  • BLT Hummus Cups

Yep, Hummus is a staple at our house, which is why you’ll see it frequently pop up as a recipe ingredient in the MOMables meal plans.

If you find yourself always making the same recipes week after week, you can check out our meal plans and grab a free sample here. I’ll email you a new meal plan every single week to help you create fresh, meals with real food ingredients every night of the week. You can see all our meal plan options here.

closeup of hummus in a bowl

More Hummus Recipes

While we’re talking about snacking on Hummus, I can’t help but share these last few recipes. My dad always keeps to the perfection of the classic Mediterranean Hummus dip, but I’ve gotten a little creative with my own Hummus recipes through the years. If you’re ready to try something new, I recommend these:

  • Asian Edamame Hummus Recipe
  • Buffalo Chicken Hummus Dip
  • Sun-Dried Tomato Hummus

Seriously, you can’t go wrong with any of these. But first, I’ll leave you with the recipe that started it all – our Classic Greek Hummus.

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Greek Hummus Recipe

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Greek style hummus in less than 5 minutes! Serve your favorite creamy, savory dip as an appetizer or pack it into lunches for school or the office.

  • Author: MOMables
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 5 minutes
  • Yield: 2 cups
  • Category: Dips
  • Cuisine: Snacks
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Ingredients

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  • 2 14–ounce cans chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • Juice from 1 lemon
  • 2 tablespoons tahini
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 1–2 cloves garlic
  • 1 ¼ cups water
  • Coarse salt and ground pepper

Instructions

  1. In a food processor or blender, combine the chickpeas, lemon juice, tahini, oil, cumin, and garlic. Mix for 1 minute.
  2. Begin to thin with the water, adding it in slowly until you reach the thickness/consistency you like. Season with the salt and pepper to taste. Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 1 week.

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Notes

Authentic Hummus Recipe as shared by Yanni

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
  • Calories: 62
  • Sugar: 0.1g
  • Sodium: 256.7mg
  • Fat: 3.1g
  • Saturated Fat: 0.4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 6.8g
  • Fiber: 2.2g
  • Protein: 2.5g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

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Reader Interactions

Comments

  1. Kimmy

    September 02, 2022 at 3:49 pm

    OBSESSED with homemade hummus. I want to eat it by the spoonful!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
  2. Mia MC

    February 21, 2021 at 5:39 pm

    Is there an alternative to tahini? It’s not regularly available in the groceries in my country.

    Reply
    • MOMables-Laura

      February 23, 2021 at 12:34 pm

      Hi Mia, while tahini is a staple ingredient for hummus, you can swap it for equal parts peanut butter, sunflower butter, and Greek yogurt. The taste won’t be the same but it will still have a creamy texture.

      Reply
  3. kayla smith

    February 09, 2021 at 5:20 pm

    what makes your hummus greek?

    Reply
    • MOMables - Laura

      February 12, 2021 at 10:38 am

      It’s my dad’s recipe and he’s Greek.

      Reply
  4. Jenna Marie

    October 12, 2020 at 11:07 am

    I made this hummus recipe at home this week to meal prep. It’s the best recipe I’ve tried so far. It reminds me of the recipe from a local Greek restaurant in our own.

    ★★★★★

    Reply
  5. Samantha

    August 16, 2016 at 10:09 am

    Hi! love the idea of making my own but I like to use dried beans instead of canned. Is it necessary to use the canned? or how many cups of rehydrated beans would this recipe use? Thank you.

    Reply
    • Stephanie Schneller

      August 17, 2016 at 2:25 pm

      One cup of dry beans, soaked and cooked, should be enough. Enjoy!

      Reply
  6. Andi

    March 14, 2016 at 8:28 pm

    Delicious!! Thank you for the recipe…It’s wonderful. I love it, my kids love it and my husband does too! Super Easy and super tasty!

    ★★★★

    Reply
    • MOMables

      March 15, 2016 at 12:05 am

      I’m so happy to hear that!

      Reply
  7. Dana

    April 08, 2013 at 1:19 pm

    We love hummus at our house and I would love to try this one out. But every time I make a batch of hummus the garlic tastes and smells really strong by the next day. Do you have any tips to help me out?

    Thanks!

    Reply
    • Laura

      April 08, 2013 at 1:31 pm

      Hi Dana!
      For this recipe, omit the fresh garlic and add in 1/8 teaspoon of garlic powder. If it’s not enough garlic, add 1/8th tsp at a time.

      Reply
  8. Kelly @ The Nourishing Home

    February 16, 2013 at 2:34 am

    This is such a favorite! I make it at least twice a month and share it frequently on my meal plans! YUM! Thanks so much for sharing! Blessings, Kelly

    Reply
    • Laura

      February 16, 2013 at 11:18 am

      thank you kelly! hummus… where do I begin telling you how much I love it!??

      Reply
      • Ryl

        July 15, 2021 at 11:51 pm

        What do you usually top the hummus with (like the one on the picture)? So excited to try this recipe.

        Reply
        • MOMables-Laura

          July 16, 2021 at 4:01 pm

          Hi Ryl, I like to keep hummus toppings simple so it’s either nothing or if I want it to look extra nice I add a few extra chickpeas, a drizzle of olive oil, and a dash of smoked paprika.

          Reply

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