garlic hummus
serves 4saucy
ingredients
- •1 (15 oz) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- •1/4 cup tahini
- •2–3 cloves garlic, minced
- •2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- •2 tablespoons olive oil, plus extra for garnish
- •1/2 teaspoon cumin (optional)
- •2–4 tablespoons cold water
- •sea salt, to taste
- •fresh ground black pepper, to taste
- •paprika, for garnish
instructions
Blend the Ingredients: In a food processor, combine the chickpeas, tahini, minced garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, and cumin (if using). Season with sea salt and black pepper.
Adjust the Consistency: Pulse until smooth, adding cold water a tablespoon at a time until the hummus reaches your desired consistency.
Taste and Adjust: Adjust the seasoning to taste, adding more salt, lemon juice, or garlic as needed.
garnish and serve: transfer the hummus to a serving bowl. drizzle with extra olive oil and sprinkle with paprika. serve with pita bread, chips, or fresh vegetables.
notes
variation: omit the paprika garnish.