Smooth Hummus

A silky blend of chickpeas, tahini, lemon and garlic. Serve as a dip with warm pitta or raw vegetables.

Photo: Ludovic Avice · Unsplash License

Ingredients

• 1 can chickpeas (400 g), drained, liquid kept
• 3 tbsp tahini
• 1 lemon, juiced
• 1 small garlic clove
• A pinch of paprika, to serve (optional)
• Warm pitta, to serve (optional)
• 2 tbsp olive oil, plus extra to serve
• 3 tbsp cold water or chickpea liquid
• ½ tsp salt

How to make Smooth Hummus

1. Blend the tahini, lemon juice, garlic and salt until thick and pale.
2. Add the chickpeas and oil and blend, adding the cold water a spoonful at a time, until very smooth. This takes a few minutes.
3. Taste and add more lemon or salt if needed.
4. Spread in a shallow bowl, drizzle with oil and sprinkle with paprika. Serve with warm pitta.