Middle Eastern Chickpea Purée

Also known as hummus, chickpea (or garbanzo bean) purée is a versatile condiment that can be used as a dip or spread with anything from vegetables to breads to meats.

Makes: 2Hands-on: 10 minutesTotal: 10 minutesDifficulty: Easy

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Makes: 2

Ingredients

  • 6 cloves garlic, peeled
  • 1⁄2 tsp. salt
  • 1 can (15 oz.) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1⁄3 cup tahini
  • 2 Tbsp. lemon juice
  • 2 Tbsp. olive oil
  • 1⁄2 tsp. ground cumin

Directions

  • Purée the garlic and salt in a food processor. Add the chickpeas and purée to a paste. Add the remaining ingredients and process until smooth, scraping down the sides of the bowl.
  • Transfer the finished purée into a bowl and serve.