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Hummus

Yields2 ServingsPrep Time10 minsTotal Time10 mins

 2 cups cooked or canned chick peas, drained and rinsed
 3 garlic cloves, minced
 3 tbsp lemon juice
 ¼ cup water
 3 tbsp tahini (sesame paste)
 ½ tsp cumin
 ½ tsp paprika
 ½ tsp salt
 ¼ cup olive oil
 ¼ cup fresh parsley
 2 tbsp pine nuts
1

Place the cooked chick peas (it's ok if they're still warm) in the food processor along with the garlic, lemon juice, and water. Process for about a minute, until smooth. If too thick, add more water.

2

Stir in the tahini and spices, taste, and add more lemon juice/tahini/cumin/paprika as appropriate.

3

Spread the hummus into a shallow bowl, drizzle with olive oil, and garnish with lemon slices and minced parsley.

4

Serve chilled, with warm pita bread and/or fresh vegetables

Nutrition Facts

2 servings

Serving size

cups