Easy Hummus (Better than Store-Bought)

Name: Easy Hummus (Better than Store-Bought)
Prep time: 10 min
Yield: 6 servings
Ingredients: 1 (15-ounce) can chickpeas, drained or 1 ½ cups cooked chickpeas (250g); ¼ cup fresh lemon juice, from 1 large lemon (60ml); ¼ cup well-stirred tahini (60ml); 1 small garlic clove, minced; 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for serving (30ml); ½ teaspoon ground cumin; Salt to taste; 2 to 3 tablespoons cold water or aquafaba (45ml); Dash ground paprika, sumac, or Za'atar for serving

This is my favorite hummus recipe! With a few simple tricks, you can make the best creamy, smooth homemade hummus that's way better than store-bought.

Glycemic Load: 2.5 (Low)

161 calories per serving

Serves: 6

Prep: 10 mins

Original recipe: www.inspiredtaste.net

About This Calculation

Easy Hummus (Better than Store-Bought) has a low glycemic load of 2.5 per serving — minimal blood sugar impact — suitable for most people managing diabetes or blood sugar levels.

The primary glycemic load contributors are chickpeas (GL 2.3), lemon juice (GL 0.1), garlic (GL 0.0). These ingredients account for the majority of the carbohydrate impact per serving.

Glycemic load is calculated as GL = (GI × Net Carbs per serving) ÷ 100, where GI is the glycemic index and net carbs exclude dietary fiber. Calculations draw on established nutritional references including USDA FoodData Central values and peer-reviewed glycemic index research.