Keep these simple ingredients on hand, and you'll be able to whip up this healthy hummus appetizer any time the mood strikes. It's perfect for tiding you over until dinner is ready!
Ingredients:
Hummus
- 1 16 oz Can of Chickpeas
- 3 Garlic Cloves, Minced
- 2 Tbs Olive Oil
- 2 Tbs Tahini Paste
- Juice of 1-2 Lemons
- Salt and Black Pepper to Taste
Directions:
- Process chickpeas in a food processor until smooth.
- Add the lemon juice, garlic, olive oil, tahini and lemon juice, and blend until creamy, scraping the mixture down from the sides of the bowl.
- Season the puree with salt and pepper to taste if desired (I like it plain!), and transfer to a serving bowl.
- Drizzle a tiny bit of olive oil over the top, and add perhaps a dash of cayenne pepper, and serve with pita, hearty crackers, or fresh crunchy vegetables - red, yellow and orange peppers are great with hummus!
Tip: Tahini paste is usually located near the peanut butter in most grocery stores. If you can't find it, don't worry. This recipe is still delicious without it. Try it with a teaspoon of cumin for added flavor.
