Za'atar-Roasted Garlic Hummus

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-07 · Updated 2026-04-07

Creamy, smoky hummus infused with roasted garlic and za'atar, perfect for dipping or spreading on pita bread. This Mediterranean vegan recipe, ready in about 35 minutes, blends garlic cloves, olive oil, and tahini into a versatile sauce that lifts everything from grain bowls and roasted vegetables to grilled proteins — a small-batch staple worth keeping in the fridge. Each serving lands at about 150 calories and feeds 6, so a small batch covers several meals across the week without taking over the fridge. Tap "Add this recipe to your weekly plan" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 2 large garlic cloves, peeled
• 1 tsp olive oil
• 1/4 cup tahini
• 1/2 cup (about 2 lemons) lemon juice
• 1/2 cup water
• 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp za'atar spice blend
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 2 tbsp olive oil

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Place 2 large peeled garlic cloves on a small baking sheet, drizzle with 1 tsp olive oil, and roast for 20-25 minutes until golden and soft.
2. Step 2: In a food processor, combine the roasted garlic, 1/4 cup tahini, 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice, 1/2 cup water, 1 can (15 oz) drained and rinsed chickpeas, 1 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp za'atar, and 1/4 tsp salt. Process for 3-4 minutes until very smooth, scraping down the sides as needed.
3. Step 3: With the processor running, slowly drizzle in 2 tbsp olive oil until the hummus is creamy and smooth. Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt if needed.
4. Step 4: Transfer to a serving bowl, drizzle with a little extra olive oil, and sprinkle with a pinch of za'atar.