A simple, quick, and delicious recipe for hummus that can be eaten as a snack, or used as a spread in wraps, sandwiches, or toast.
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Prep
5 minutes
Cook
5 minutes
Total
10 minutes
Ingredients
1 cup chickpeas cooked
6 Tbsp tahini
4 Tbsp water
1 Tbsp lemon juice (about 1/2 a lemon)
1 clove garlic
1/2 tsp salt
olive oil for serving
Instructions
Add the chickpeas to a pot and cover with water. Bring to a boil, then remove strain and allow to cool 5 minutes.
Broil the garlic for about 1 minute per side. If you don't have a broiler, roast the garlic for 10 minutes at 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
Add all the ingredients except olive oil to a food processor and process until smooth. Serve with olive oil.
Notes
Store the hummus in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week.