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    Hummus without Garlic

    Published: Nov 9, 2022, Last Modified: Nov 7, 2022 by Janessa.

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    Whether you have an allergy, just don't have any on hand or simply don't want bad breath, you won't miss the garlic in this chickpea dip! Made with a few simple ingredients this no garlic hummus recipe has a creamy texture and satisfying flavour that you'll love!

    Jump to:
    • The Ingredients
    • The Method
    • Leftovers and Storage
    • Make it Your Own
    • Serving Ideas
    • Dietary Notes
    • And if you liked this recipe...
    • Hummus without Garlic
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    Green plate loaded with fresh vegetables and a bowl of hummus in the centre.

    Like in this Creamy Cashew Queso, it never ceases to amaze me how a few common ingredients and simple seasonings in the perfect combination can turn into something so incredible.

    On raw carrots, pita chips or off the spoon, I could not get enough of this fluffy hummus when I was recipe testing!

    In fact, you can rest assured that this tasty dip has been tested extra well. I adored its rich texture and so even after I thought it was perfect, I made a few extra batches- just to be sure...

    The Ingredients

    Ingredients for hummus without garlic.
    • Chickpeas (AKA Garbanzo Beans) - Homemade cooked and cooled dry chickpeas will also work. You need about 1 and ½ cups.
    • Tahini (AKA Sesame Paste) - Almond butter or sunflower seed butter can be used instead.
    • Fresh Lemon Juice- You need the juice from one lemon. I like my hummus with extra lemon juice, so I often use one and a half. You can also add a bit of lemon zest. Bottled lemon juice will work in a pinch.
    • Aquafaba- This is the liquid that is in the can of chickpeas. If using chickpeas that are packed with salt, this liquid may be quite salty and so wait to add additional salt to the recipe until after you have tasted it. Alternatively, you can just use water.
    • Olive Oil- Ensure that you are using a good quality extra virgin oil as you will be able to taste it. Alternatively you could use avocado oil or it can be left out for and oil-free recipe.
    • Fine Sea Salt
    • Black Pepper

    The Method

    1. Drain and rinse the can of garbanzo beans. Drain the aquafaba into a small bowl to reserve it for use in the recipe. Then rinse the beans and set aside.

    Chickpeas in a colander being rinsed with water.

    2. Whip the tahini. Add everything except the chickpeas, starting with 2 tablespoon of aquafaba, to the bowl of a food processor. Blend on high for one minute until combined and creamy.

    All ingredients except for the chickpeas placed in the bowl of a food processor.

    3. Puree the chickpeas. Add the chickpeas and process for a minute. Remove the lid and scrape down the edges. Process for an additional minutes then pause to scrape the edges again. Repeat 1-2 additional times until smooth and creamy. If it seems like it might be too thick, add an additional 1 tablespoon of aquafaba after each step until it is how you like it.

    Collage of images showing chickpeas before and after processing until smooth.

    4. Taste and Season. Taste the hummus and add additional lemon juice, salt and pepper as desired.

    Extra salt and pepper placed in a food processor with hummus mixture.

    5. Enjoy!

    Leftovers and Storage

    To Store: Store leftover garlic-free hummus in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.

    Hummus on a carrot stick.

    Make it Your Own

    • Add more seasonings- This is a very basic hummus recipe seasoned with just pepper and salt. But feel free to jazz it up with extra seasonings such as:
      • Cumin
      • Cayenne pepper
      • Paprika
      • Onion powder
    • Make Roasted Red Pepper Hummus- Add ¾ cup of jarred roasted red peppers at the same time as the chickpeas.
    • Top it with some garnish:
      • Sesame seeds
      • Chopped fresh parsley
      • Drizzle of olive oil
      • Toasted pine nuts or pumpkin seeds
      • Sprinkle of paprika
      • Chili Flakes

    Serving Ideas

    You can never go wrong serving this easy hummus recipe as a dip with pita bread, tortilla chips, crackers, fresh vegetables and more! But it also adds delicious flavor when used:

    • As a spread- add it to burgers, sandwiches or wraps (or check out these other Healthy Spreads for Your Sandwich)
    • To dress a salad- Mix it with a bit of water or additional olive oil to thin it out
    • As a topping- a stuffed sweet potato or baked potato
    No garlic hummus in a white square bowl surrounded by celery, carrots, tomatoes and cucumbers.
    What can I use in place of tahini?

    To make this a creamy hummus without garlic or tahini, you can use almond butter or sunflower seed butter instead.

    Dietary Notes

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    If you have dietary restrictions, check the packaging of specific ingredients that you use to ensure they are compliant. This recipe is:

    • Dairy Free
    • Gluten Free
    • Nut Free
    • Vegetarian
    • Vegan

    And if you liked this recipe...

    ...you might also like:

    • Chocolate Hummus
    • Crispy Roasted Chickpeas
    • Chickpea Avocado Toast
    Hummus in a white bowl surrounded by fresh vegetables.

    Hummus without Garlic

    Whether you have an allergy, just don't have any on hand or simply don't want bad breath, you won't miss the garlic in this silky smooth hummus!
    5 from 46 votes
    Print Pin Rate
    Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 10 minutes minutes
    Servings: 2 cups
    Calories: 139kcal

    Equipment

    • Food Processor

    Ingredients

    • ¼ cup tahini
    • ¼ cup lemon juice about 1 large lemon
    • 2-4 tablespoon reserved aquafaba or water
    • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil good quality
    • ½ teaspoon fine sea salt plus additional to taste
    • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
    • 1 can (19 oz) chickpeas rinsed and drained (1 and ½ cups)
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    Instructions

    • Add all of the ingredients except the chickpeas to the bowl of a food processor, starting with the lesser amount of aquafaba.
    • Blend for about a minute until combined and creamy. Add the chickpeas and process for 1 minute. Stop and scrape down the edges of the bowl.
    • Repeat 2-3 additional times until smooth and creamy. If the hummus seems too thick, add additional aquafaba 1 tablespoon at a time and pulse until desired consistency is reached.
    • Taste and add additional lemon juice and salt as needed.
    • Enjoy!

    Notes

    Leftovers
    Store leftover hummus in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 0.25cup | Calories: 139kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Sodium: 297mg | Potassium: 180mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 19IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 35mg | Iron: 2mg
    Did you make this recipe?Let me know what you thought in the comments below!

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    1. Shadi

      November 09, 2022 at 8:10 am

      5 stars
      I was looking for a recipe like this, thank you for sharing! I can't wait to try it soon!

      Reply
      • Janessa

        November 09, 2022 at 8:59 am

        I hope you love it, Shadi!

        Reply
    2. Tara

      November 09, 2022 at 8:11 am

      5 stars
      This hummus looks so good! Love all the different ideas for serving too. So easy with so much flavor.

      Reply
      • Janessa

        November 09, 2022 at 9:00 am

        Thank you for your kind review, Tara!

        Reply
    3. Lubna

      November 09, 2022 at 8:19 am

      5 stars
      I was looking for a recipe for hummus without garlic...wow. Love the flavours in this recipe!

      Reply
      • Janessa

        November 09, 2022 at 9:05 am

        Thank you for your kind review, Lubna!

        Reply
    4. gunjan

      November 09, 2022 at 8:23 am

      5 stars
      I loved this hummus idea. I never knew hummus could taste so good even without garlic until I found your recipe. Its my favorite now.

      Reply
      • Janessa

        November 09, 2022 at 9:00 am

        I'm glad you liked this recipe, Gunjan!

        Reply
    5. Toni

      November 09, 2022 at 8:53 am

      5 stars
      This is so perfect for my kids! They enjoy hummus but not the garlic! Thanks for sharing the recipe!

      Reply
      • Janessa

        November 09, 2022 at 9:00 am

        I'm glad you liked this recipe, Toni!

        Reply
    6. Shelby

      November 16, 2022 at 10:56 am

      5 stars
      My kiddos aren't a huge fan of garlic so this is perfect! Comes out really creamy and makes a great base for wraps!

      Reply
      • Janessa

        November 16, 2022 at 11:31 am

        I'm glad you like this hummus, Shelby!

        Reply
    7. Kirsten Stein

      March 10, 2023 at 1:52 pm

      5 stars
      This recipe was simple and delicious! I highly recommend trying it!

      Reply
      • Janessa

        March 10, 2023 at 2:00 pm

        Thank you, Kirsten! I'm so glad you enjoyed this hummus.

        Reply

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