Mezes
Homemade Hummus
A smooth, nourishing and satisfying Mediterranean meze of chickpeas, tahini and olive oil.
- Prep + Cook
- 15 min
- Servings
- Serves 4
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Cuisine
- Mediterranean
Ingredients
- 1 can cooked chickpeas (or 2 cups cooked)
- 3 tbsp tahini
- 1 clove garlic
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 4 tbsp Pure Verda extra virgin olive oil
- Salt, cumin, paprika (to serve)
Preparation
- 1
Add the chickpeas, tahini, garlic, lemon juice and salt to a food processor.
- 2
Blend with 3 tbsp olive oil and a little water if needed until smooth.
- 3
Transfer to a bowl and hollow the center with a spoon.
- 4
Drizzle with the remaining olive oil and sprinkle with cumin and paprika.
- 5
Serve with pita or fresh vegetables.
Tips
- For an even creamier result, peel the chickpea skins.
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