Ingredients (12 servings):
1 15 oz. (425 g) can of chickpeas
1 clove of garlic
1 tsp (5 mL) of ground cumin
¾ tsp (3.6 mL) salt
½ cup (125 mL) tahini
2 tbsp. (30 mL) extra virgin olive oil (EVOO)
½ tsp (2.5 mL) ground pepper
1 large lemon juiced
How to make it:
1. Rinse chickpeas in cold water and let strain.
2. Combine tahini, fresh lemon juice and garlic in a food processor. Blend until smooth. (about 30 seconds)
3. Add and blend the rest of your ingredients. If the hummus isn’t smooth enough add ice water (approx. one tbsp. at a time) until it reaches desired consistency.
4. Once smooth, transfer to a bowl and add pepper.
5. Serve with carrots, cucumbers, or a veggie of your choice.
Notes:
Hummus is super easy and can be made ahead of time for any event and served throughout the week! When purchasing Chickpeas/ Garbanzo beans check the ingredients – make sure there aren’t a lot of added ingredients. The can should just contain garbanzo beans, water, and salt.
Optional:
For a fun variation, add roasted red peppers or other spices to the hummus and blend thoroughly to mix things up.
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