Classic Hummus with Pita

Ingredients

• 2 cans (15 oz each) chickpeas, drained and rinsed (reserve liquid)
• 1/3 cup tahini
• 3 tbsp lemon juice
• 2 cloves garlic
• 1/2 tsp cumin
• 3 -4 tbsp aquafaba (reserved chickpea liquid) or ice water
• 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
• salt to taste
• smoked paprika and olive oil, for topping
• pita bread or raw vegetables, for serving

Steps

1. 1

   Process tahini and lemon juice in a food processor for 1 minute until light and whipped.

2. 2

   Add garlic, cumin, and salt. Process another 30 seconds.

3. 3

   Add chickpeas and process for 1 minute. Scrape sides.

4. 4

   With the processor running, slowly drizzle in aquafaba until hummus is very smooth and creamy, about 2 minutes of processing.

5. 5

   Taste and adjust lemon juice and salt as needed.

6. 6

   Spread on a plate, create swirls with the back of a spoon, drizzle with olive oil, and sprinkle with paprika.

7. 7

   Serve with warm pita bread or fresh vegetables.