Hummus

Time to Complete

5-10 minutes

Servings

1.5 cups

Ingredients

• 1 (15 oz) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• 1/4 cup tahini
• 1/4 cup lemon juice
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 teaspoon cumin
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Drain and rinse the chickpeas
2. Place all ingredients in a blender
3. Blend until completely smooth. If it seems too thick, add a tablespoon or two of water or some of the liquid from the canned chickpeas to help blend.
4. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed
5. Transfer the hummus to a bowl and drizzle with olive oil. Sprinkle with paprika or chopped parsley if desired
6. Serve with pita bread, vegetables, or crackers