Roasting the chickpeas and garlic before blending gives hummus a deeper, nuttier flavour than the standard tinned version — and the air fryer does the roasting in minutes. Here's how.
Key takeaways
Q: How do you make hummus with an air fryer?
A: Roast chickpeas and garlic at 200°C (400°F) for 12–15 minutes, then blend with tahini, lemon, oil and a little water until smooth.
Q: Why roast them first?
A: Roasting deepens the flavour, giving a nuttier, more savoury hummus.
The method
Air fry drained chickpeas with a whole garlic clove or two (skin on) until the chickpeas are golden and the garlic soft and sweet. Reserve a few chickpeas to top, then blend the rest with the squeezed-out garlic, tahini, lemon, olive oil and a splash of water until silky.
The recipe
Air Fryer Roasted Hummus
Ingredients
- 1 tin chickpeas, drained
- 2 garlic cloves, skin on
- 2 tbsp tahini, juice of 1 lemon
- 2 tbsp olive oil, salt
Method
- Air fry chickpeas and garlic at 200°C for 12–15 min.
- Reserve a few chickpeas to garnish.
- Blend the rest with tahini, lemon, oil and water.
- Top with chickpeas and a drizzle of oil.
Ways to serve
- With pita chips or vegetable sticks.
- On a mezze board with baba ganoush.
- As a spread in wraps and sandwiches.
Frequently asked questions
How do you make hummus in an air fryer?
Roast drained chickpeas and garlic at 200°C for 12–15 minutes, then blend most of them with tahini, lemon, olive oil and water until smooth.
Why roast the chickpeas first?
Roasting deepens the flavour, giving the hummus a nuttier, more savoury taste than blending straight from the tin.
Is hummus healthy?
Yes — it's high in fibre and plant protein, with healthy fats from tahini and olive oil, and a staple of Mediterranean eating.