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Zesty Lemon Hummus Dip

Lemony, smooth hummus with olive oil and served with warm pita and fresh veggies.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 16 servings
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups canned chickpeas rinsed
  • 0.33 cup tahini
  • 4 tbsp lemon juice
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 0.5 tsp ground cumin

Method
 

  1. Blend chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, garlic, and cumin in a food processor.
  2. Stream in 2 to 3 tablespoons of cold water until silky smooth.
  3. Season with salt to taste.
  4. Spread the hummus in a shallow bowl and make a swirl with the back of a spoon.
  5. Drizzle with olive oil and a sprinkle of paprika.
  6. Serve with warm pita and veggies.

Notes

A splash of cold water while blending is the secret to fluffy, restaurant-smooth hummus.