Homemade Hummus

Prep Time 10 minutes

Cooking Time 5 minutes

Yields 6-8 Servings

Ingredients

• 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, plus liquid

• 1/4 cup of tahini

• 1/4 cup of lemon juice

• 1/4 cup of olive oil

• 2 tbsp cumin

• 1 tbsp miso paste (omit, and substitute with 1/2 tsp salt)

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• pinch of cayenne pepper

• smoked paprika

Directions

• In a food processor, combine all ingredients, blend for 5 minutes, until smooth consistency.

• Taste and add more lemon juice to get a desired consistency.

• Serve in a bowl, sprinkle with smoked paprika (omit, and substitute for more cumin)

• Suggestions for serving - cut up raw veggies (carrots, celery, cauliflower, cucumber, peppers, broccoli, sugar snap peas, cherry tomatoes, etc.), crackers or pita bread.

• Enjoy!