Classic Hummus Vegetable Sticks (Printable)

Smooth chickpea blend complemented by fresh, crunchy vegetable sticks for an easy, nutritious bite.

# What You'll Need:

→ Hummus

01 - 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
02 - 3 tablespoons tahini
03 - 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, plus extra for drizzling
04 - 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice (about 1 lemon)
05 - 1 small garlic clove, minced
06 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
07 - 1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste
08 - 2 to 3 tablespoons cold water

→ Vegetable Sticks

09 - 2 medium carrots, peeled and cut into sticks
10 - 1 cucumber, cut into sticks
11 - 1 red bell pepper, cut into strips
12 - 1 yellow bell pepper, cut into strips
13 - 2 stalks celery, cut into sticks

# How to Make It:

01 - Place chickpeas, tahini, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, cumin, and salt into a food processor.
02 - Process the mixture until creamy, scraping down the sides as necessary.
03 - Gradually add cold water, one tablespoon at a time, blending until the desired smoothness is reached.
04 - Taste and modify seasoning by adding more lemon juice, salt, or cumin as preferred.
05 - Transfer the dip to a serving bowl, drizzle lightly with olive oil, and optionally sprinkle with paprika or chopped parsley.
06 - Arrange prepared carrot, cucumber, bell peppers, and celery sticks around the dip on a platter.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It's ready in 15 minutes but tastes like you spent hours making it.
  • One batch feeds a crowd or lasts several days, making it the ultimate make-ahead snack.
  • The creamy richness is plant-based, so it feels indulgent without any guilt.
02 -
  • Cold water is your friend—warm water will make the hummus break and separate instead of thickening.
  • If your hummus seizes up and becomes grainy, don't panic; add an ice cube, blend again, and it usually recovers.
03 -
  • If you want smokier, deeper hummus, roast a few garlic cloves until golden and caramelized instead of using raw garlic.
  • A pinch of smoked paprika, fresh herbs like parsley or dill, or even a drizzle of hot sauce on top adds personality and makes your hummus feel special.

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