Hummous | Good Food

Hummous

1 (15 ounce) can chickpeas, drained
2 -4 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 cup olive oil
3 tablespoons tahini (sesame paste)
2 -3 tablespoons plain yogurt or sour cream
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1/2-1 teaspoon lemon zest (optional)
1 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Optional Toppings
tomato, coarsely chopped
kalamata olive
sun-dried tomato, in olive oil (you can also drizzle oil over dip)
roasted garlic cloves
feta cheese, crumbled
fresh parsley, chopped
fresh basil, finely chopped
light drizzle extra virgin olive oil or oil from sun-dried tomato
paprika

Method

step 1
Place all hummus ingredients into a blender or food processor; blend until smooth
step 2
Refrigerate for about 1 - 3 hours
step 3
Transfer mixture to a serving plate and spread hummus out evenly into a circle. Garnish with your choice of topping. Sprinkle with paprika