Five Minute Hummus

By Hklbrries

Here's the scoop: this addictive chickpea dip is worlds better than what you get at the store.

Ingredients

• 1 (15-ounce) can chickpeas, rinsed
• 1 clove garlic
• 1 ⁄4 cup olive oil, plus more for serving
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons tahini (sesame seed paste; optional)
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• kosher salt
• 1/4 teaspoon paprika

Preparation

Step 1

In a food processor, puree the chickpeas and garlic with the olive oil, lemon juice, tahini (if using), cumin, and ¾ teaspoon salt until smooth and creamy. Add 1 to 2 tablespoons water as necessary to achieve the desired consistency.

Transfer to a bowl. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with the paprika before serving.

Nutrition Information:
Per (1/4 cup) serving
145 calories
12 g fat (2 g saturated fat)
0 mg cholesterol
335 mg sodium
2 g protein
8 g carbohydrates
1 g sugar
2 g fiber
1 mg iron
19 mg calcium