Trader Joe’s Mediterranean hummus

Sastojci

2 cans garbanzo beans (chickpeas) drained (about 3 cups)

1 garlic clove

6 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

2 tablespoons tahini

1 1/4 teaspoon salt

zest of 1 large lemon

juice of 2 large lemons

1/4 teaspoon cumin

1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper

about 1/2 cup hot water

Upute

Place the garlic clove in the food processor and pulse a few times.

Dump the rest of the ingredients in to the food processor, except for the hot water, and run for 3-4 minutes.  After the first 30 seconds or so, stream in the water while the processor is still running – until you reach your desired consistency and continue to process until very smooth and creamy.

Taste for seasoning and consistency, adding a bit more water if needed.  This will set up a bit in the fridge, so make it a tad runnier than you think you’d like!

Pour the hummus into a container & chill a few hours or overnight before serving to let the flavors meld.

Before serving, drizzle with a little bit of extra virgin olive oil and sprinkle with crushed red pepper flakes.

(For a true Trader Joe’s copy, top with pine nuts, dried parsley, and dehydrated bell pepper!)

Serve with veggies and rice crackers or pita chips!