Consume frozen hummus within a week of thawing. The longer hummus is left in the freezer, the more pronounced flavor and consistency changes will be.
Avoid using Ziploc bags or glass containers when freezing your hummus, as a bag could freeze the hummus unevenly, and the glass may crack while thawing. Leave 1 in (2. 5 cm) or so of space between the lid and hummus. This will allow the hummus to expand while it freezes. Freeze the hummus in small batches using smaller containers, so you can easily thaw a specific amount.
If you still have too much hummus on your hands after freezing, ask friends and family if they’d like any—there’s no harm in sharing a delicious dip!
Stir thawed hummus with a spoon before serving to ensure everything is nicely thawed and the oils are combined. [6] X Research source Expect a slight change in taste and texture when you eat thawed hummus. The water inside the hummus expands and shrinks during the freezing and defrosting process, altering the flavor and consistency. Do not thaw hummus at room temperature, or it might spoil.
Consider chopping and sprinkling an onion, bell pepper, or garlic clove over the hummus for added fresh flavors.
Hummus pairs well with chicken, turkey, and leafy greens.
Make a little cracker sandwich by dipping a cracker in hummus, putting on a slice of cheese, and then topping it off with another cracker.
