Simple Oil-Free Hummus
This is a delicious whole-food plant based hummus.
Course Appetizer
Cuisine Plant-based
- 1 - 15 oz can chickpeas rinsed and drained or 1½cups cooked chickpeas (in both cases save ¼ of the chickpea water)
- 2 tbs fresh squeezed lemon juice
- ¾ tsp salt
- ¾ tsp ground cumin
- 1 tbsp tahini
- 3 tbsp chickpea water more or less to reach desired consistency
- 1 clove garlic and/or 2 tbsp fresh dill, optional
- Garnish with a sprinkling of paprika
Blend all ingredients together (including garlic and dill if using), in a food processor, for about 2-5 minutes to achieve smooth and creamy texture. Stop periodically to scrape down the sides of the food processor.
Add more aquafaba 1 tbs at a time (if necessary) to reach desired consistency.
Garnish with a sprinkling of paprika.