The Best Homemade Hummus

The secret to the best homemade hummus? Peel your chickpeas. Yes, chickpeas have peels. And if you want to whip up a batch of hummus that rivals your favorite restaurant’s recipe, you must (must, must) peel your chickpeas. It’s a little tedious (but also weirdly meditative). But, we promise, your taste buds will thank you.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups cooked chickpeas
• 1/3 cup tahini
• 3 tbsp. freshly squeezed lemon juice
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1/2 to 1 tsp. sea salt
• 1/4 cup water
• 2 tbsp. extra virgin olive oil
• optional toppings: Za’atar, sesame seeds, flaky sea salt, a drizzle of olive oil

Directions:

1. Peel your chickpeas. Discard peels and add chickpeas to a food processor or Vitamix. Process until all chickpeas break down into a consistent powdery mixture, scraping down the sides as necessary.
2. Add the tahini, lemon juice, garlic and sea salt. Process until smooth.
3. While processor is running, slowly add in water. Then, slowly add in olive oil.
4. Before serving, garnish with any (or all!) or the optional toppings.

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