BEST Hummus

Prep Time: 5

Total Time: 5

Serves 8

Try this hummus recipe once, and you'll never go back to buying it at the store! Served with fresh veggies and pita, it's a delicious appetizer or snack.

Equipment

Blender (I've used my trusty Vitamix for years)

Ingredients

1½ cups cooked chickpeas, drained and rinsed
⅓ cup smooth tahini*
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, plus more to taste
1 garlic clove
½ teaspoon sea salt
5 tablespoons water, or as needed to blend
Paprika, red pepper flakes, and/or fresh parsley, for garnish
Warm pita bread , and/or veggies, for serving

Instructions

In a high-speed blender, place the chickpeas, tahini, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and salt. Use the blender baton to blend until very smooth, adding water as needed to blend, and/or to reach your desired consistency.
Transfer to a serving plate and garnish with paprika, red pepper flakes, and/or fresh parsley. Serve with warm pita and veggies, as desired.

Notes

*Tahini brands I prefer are: Cedar’s, Seed + Mill, and Soom

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