Add two to four tablespoons of cold water, the lemon juice, and the tahini to a blender and blend for about ten to fifteen seconds, until the mixture looks smooth and slightly creamy.

Add the drained and rinsed chickpeas, the garlic, the olive oil, and the salt. Blend the mixture for at least one to two minutes, stopping once to scrape down the sides, until it becomes very smooth. If the hummus looks too thick or stiff, add cold water one tablespoon at a time, blending briefly after each addition, until it reaches a soft, creamy consistency that spreads easily.

Taste the hummus and adjust as needed, adding a little more salt if it tastes flat, more lemon juice if it needs brightness, or a small drizzle of olive oil or extra tahini if it feels too sharp or thin.

Once desired the flavor and texture has been reached, spoon it into a bowl and use the back of a spoon to create a slight swirl on top.

Finish with a light drizzle of olive oil and chopped cilantro for garnish.