Hummus

Ingredients

• 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained & rinsed

• ¼ cup tahini (sesame seed paste)

• 2 tbsp olive oil

• 2 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)

• 1 clove garlic, minced

• ½ tsp salt

• ½ tsp cumin (optional)

• 2-3 tbsp water (for desired consistency)
  

Instructions

1. In a food processor or blender, combine chickpeas, tahini, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, salt, and cumin.

2. Blend until smooth, scraping down the sides as needed.

3. Add water, 1 tbsp at a time, until you reach a creamy consistency.

4. Add more lemon juice for tang, salt for seasoning, or olive oil for richness.

5. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with paprika or sesame seeds.