Instant Pot hummus reduces the time you spend soaking and cooking dried chickpeas down without sacrificing flavor. This yummy chickpea dip is a healthy vegetarian snack and lunch option you will love. Video Recipe.
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- What is Hummus?
- What makes a good hummus?
- What is Hummus Made of / Hummus Ingredients
- How to make Chickpeas for Hummus
- How to make Instant Pot Hummus?
- Is hummus healthy?
- Can you freeze hummus?
- What to eat with hummus?
- Is Hummus Gluten-Free?
- How long does Hummus last?
- Hummus without Tahini
- Is Hummus Vegan?
- Instant Pot Hummus Recipe
What is Hummus?
Hummus is a delicious spread, dip or snack made traditionally from chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, and garlic. It originated in the Middle East, but it has become a very popular recipe in the United States and other parts of the world.What makes a good hummus?
Hummus tastes best when it is homemade using dried chickpeas, which you can do easily with the help of the Instant Pot. The combination of lemon juice, garlic, and tahini (optional) make a basic hummus taste amazing. For our recipe, we added cumin for a bit of extra smokiness. You could also add sumac or Za’atar instead. Though these ingredients are optional, they help add a bit more flavor to traditional hummus. This is one of the best things about hummus! The base hummus has a good flavor, but you can add additional ingredients, such as roasted peppers or additional spices, to make a hummus that fits your taste buds. Once you have the hummus made, you can experiment with lots of other flavors that will make your mouth water.
What is Hummus Made of / Hummus Ingredients
Hummus starts with soaked and cooked dried chickpeas. They provide the bulk of the creamy texture. For flavor, hummus uses tahini, garlic cloves, and lemon juice. We also add cumin, sumac, or Za’atar for some extra flavor as well. We also add a little bit of salt to help bring out all the flavors, but you can skip that if you are on a low sodium diet. The only other things you’ll need are a little bit of olive oil and water to prepare the chickpeas.
How to make Chickpeas for Hummus
If you have the time, soak the dried chickpeas overnight. Soaking the chickpeas helps with digestion. If not you don’t have the time, you can use dried chickpeas, but the cook time will vary. Pour the chickpeas and water into the inner pot. Add the salt Close the lid to the Instant Pot and seal the vent. Select pressure cook on high for 25 minutes if you soaked them or 40 minutes if they are dry. For either, use a natural release. When done cooking, drain the beans. Make sure you keep the chickpea broth for when making the hummus.
How to make Instant Pot Hummus?
Once the chickpeas are finished cooking, scoop them to the bowl of a food processor. Add in the remaining ½ cup of chickpea broth you kept aside when preparing the chickpeas to be cooked. You can store the remaining chickpeas in the refrigerator or freezer. Next, add all the ingredients: garlic cloves, tahini (optional), lemon juice, spices, and salt. Do not add the olive oil yet. When all the ingredients are added, blend until the mixture is smooth. Slowly add the olive oil using the tube on the top of the food processor. Serve the hummus cold or at room temperature.
Is hummus healthy?
Hummus is a healthy snack option or a healthy spread for sandwiches and wraps. Hummus has a lot of good fat in it. Chickpeas are also a good vegetarian source of protein and fiber so this will fill you up and keep you satisfied.Can you freeze hummus?
You can freeze hummus for up to about 4 months from when you store it. To freeze it, spoon it into an airtight, freezer safe container. Before freezing it, add a bit of olive oil on top to help prevent moisture loss in the freezer. When you are ready to serve, let it come up to temperature in the refrigerator overnight.
What to eat with hummus?
Hummus is very versatile. You can use it as a dip for your favorite veggies like carrots, green peppers, or celery. It goes great with bread and this Air Fryer Falafel. We often like to add humus to our wraps and sandwiches. One of our favorite wraps to add it to is our Falafel Wrap recipe.Is Hummus Gluten-Free?
Yes! This Instant Pot hummus is gluten-free.How long does Hummus last?
There are no preservatives in this recipe. Once you make the hummus, you can expect it to last for about 4 to 5 days in the refrigerator. Before storing it, put it in an airtight container or bag to help preserve freshness.
Hummus without Tahini
You can make hummus without tahini. Tahini is made from toasted sesame seeds. It is traditionally added to hummus and provides a bit of a nutty flavor to the dip. But if you either don’t have access to or don’t like tahini, you can skip it.Is Hummus Vegan?
Yes, hummus is a vegan recipe. It only contains products that come from plants.
Make this delicious, wholesome Instant Pot hummus the next time you are looking for a way to use up your dried chickpeas and satisfy your snack cravings.
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Instant Pot Hummus Recipe
Instant Pot Hummus Recipe
Yield:
32 oz.
Instant Pot hummus reduces the time you spend soaking and cooking dried chickpeas down without sacrificing flavor. This yummy chickpea dip is a healthy vegetarian snack and lunch option you will love. Video Recipe.
Ingredients
- Dry Chickpeas, 3 cups (soaked overnight, if you have time)
- Water 6 cups
- Lemon juice 1/4 cup
- Garlic cloves, 5
- Tahini (optional), 1/2 cup
- Olive Oil, 1 tbsp
- Salt to taste
- Cumin, sumac or Za’atar (optional) 1 ½ tsp
Instructions
Make Instant Pot Chickpeas for Hummus
- Soak chickpeas overnight, if you have the time, or used dried chickpeas but refer to the cook time below.
- Pour the water and chickpeas into the inner pot. Add 1 teaspoon salt.
- Close the lid, seal the vent and pressure cook on high. If using soaked chickpeas, pressure cook on high for 25 mins. For dried unsoaked chickpeas, pressure cook on high for 40 mins. Natural release the pressure in either case.
- When done cooking, drain the beans. Make sure you keep the chickpea broth for when making the hummus.
For Hummus
- Once the chickpeas are cooked, scoop them to the bowl of a food processor.
- Add ½ cup of chickpea broth you kept aside when preparing the chickpeas to be cooked.
- Next, add all the ingredients: garlic cloves, tahini (optional), lemon juice, spices, and salt. Do not add the olive oil yet. When all the ingredients are added, blend until the mixture is smooth. Slowly add the olive oil using the tube on the top of the food processor.
- Serve the hummus cold or at room temperature.
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Cathy Williams says
I'm not a fan of hummus but I made this for my hubby and right now he's enjoying it straight out of the pot! Says it's nice on a cold day like today.
Lady Di says
I do not own a food processor due to limited space in my kitchen, would a Shark blender work for this? Thanks in advance,
David says
Wonderful!
I suggest freezing cooked/soaked chickpeas whole. Then when preparing another amount, the flavor will be truer to freshly cooked hoummous. Freezing hoummous spread, while doable and still better than store bought, loses more of the original flavor.
Nancy Shangi says
Any tricks on getting REALLY smooth? I’ve tried soaking dried chickpeas. I’ve tried using canned. I’ve tried taking each ‘paper’ like piece off each chick pea ( that was t fun) but can’t seem to get it as smooth as store bought. ? I have a ninja blender and I’ve also tried using the smoothie blender cups.
Lady Di says
@Nancy Shangi, I have a Ninja blender too, not a food processor. I wonder if that is the difference? I hope they answer this question!
Diane leshman says
At the beginning it says to set the IP to venting to cook the chickpeas. How does it pressure cook if it is set to venting?
Rosemary says
@Diane leshman, Read closely. It says SEAL the vent.
John C Earley says
I am a bit confused by "Add ½ cup of chickpea broth you kept aside when preparing the chickpeas to be cooked". Are you referring to the water they soaked in overnight?
Anvita says
Hi John, it’s the water in which Chickpeas were pressure cooked.
Lynnette Joselly says
Hummus and pita bread is always a great snack option for gatherings
Kim Lee (@KimsCravings) says
Hummus is one of my most favorite snacks! And this one looks delicious!
toastycritic says
I really do love good humus, and this looks delicious. I should try this out sometime. I know my daughter loves humus too.
Angela Milnes says
I've never tried this kind of hummus before. It looks delicious and I can't wait to give it a shot!
Holly Hood says
This hummus looks so yummy. I will have to try out your recipe.
Jennifer L says
Omg wow this hummus looks absolutely delicious. I could definitely see this tasting really good with warm pita sandwiches with lettuce, tomato and feta cheese.
Fatima D Torres says
A little hummus goes a long way! I have a friend who practically lives on hummus.
Nancy at Whispered Inspirations says
I am a huge fan of Hummus. I am totally going to have to give this recipe a try the next time I have company over.
Jeuelle says
We are a hummus loving family! I always love discovering new and creative recipes for our favorite dishes or snacks.
Nazrin Miah says
I absolutely LOVE Hummus - not the shop bought ones they don't taste right! Homemade hummus just has a different a more homely feel to it - always! Your pictures look absolutely AWESOME!
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Jessica Taylor says
I actually don't eat hummus (its a texture thing) but EVERYONE in my family does! I bet they would love this one!
Evelyn Foreman says
I love chick peas - just about any way they come. This recipe looks delicious - your photos sold it!! Saving and pinning this for future use. Can't wait to try it!! <3 Thanks. ? Xo, Evelyn, PathofPresence.com ?
Terri Ramsey Beavers says
I've never tried making or eating humus before. I wasn't' aware there were so many ingredients I'd actually like in humus until looking over your recipe. This is the first one I think I might actually like.
Cristina Coroiu says
I was looking to a hummus recipe. I tasted till know, baked peppers and peanut butter hummus. I will make this one next. I hope I would like it.
Sondra Barker says
If your stomach is bothering you, it definitely affects everything you do. So important to eat healthy.
Christina Beauchamp says
Ha ha! Hummus is Yummus! I love it!
Amber says
Oh yum, this does look tasty. I've always been a fan of hummus but have yet to make it on my own.
Sarah Bailey says
Now this really sounds like a hummus with a difference, I have to say I've never made my own but I do like it sometimes for dipping in veg sticks so I'll have to give this a try.
jeanette radmall says
Hummus is one of my favorite foods ever! I love how versatile it can be. It is also not to tricky to make so thats a bonus as I am not a master chief.