LEMON & MINT HUMMUS

By BobD

Ingredients

• 1 can chickpeas, 1/2 cup liquid reserved
• Juice and zest from 1 lemon, plus more zest for garnish
• 1/4 cup tahini
• 1/2 cup fresh mint leaves, washed and patted dry, plus more for garnish
• 1 teaspoon Kosher salt
• 1/2 teaspoon ground white pepper
• 1 clove garlic, peeled
• 4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for garnish

Preparation

Step 1

Combine chickpeas, reserved chickpea liquid, lemon juice, zest, tahini, mint, salt, pepper and garlic in a blender or food processor, pulse lightly while drizzling in olive oil, until smooth and creamy.

Transfer to a bowl, make a well in the center with the back of a spoon and fill with olive oil (about 2 tablespoons). Serve garnished with mint leaves and a sprinkle of lemon zest.