Ingredients

The following ingredients have 6 Servings
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice (fresh (1 large lemon))
  • 1/4 cup tahini (store bought or homemade*)
  • 2-3 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic**
  • 3/4 tsp kosher sea salt
  • 1/2 tsp ground cumin
  • pinch paprika
  • pinch cayenne pepper
  • pinch black pepper
  • 1 (15 oz) can chickpeas (drained and rinsed)
  • 2 tbsp water

Instruction

  • In the bowl of a food processor, combine the lemon juice and tahini. Turn on and process for about 1 minute or until it becomes light and creamy. Add the olive oil, garlic, salt, cumin, paprika, cayenne pepper and black pepper. Continue to processes for about 30 seconds, scrape down the sides and then processes for 30 seconds more.
  • Add the garbanzo beans and process for 1-2 minutes. The mixture will become thick. Scrape down the sides, add the water and process for an additional 1-2 minutes. Serve in a bowl, garnish with extra olive oil, a sprinkle of parsley and a pinch of paprika.