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Roasted Garlic Hummus with Smoked Paprika

Servings

4

Cook Time

15 mins

Total Time

15 mins

Once you see how quick and easy it is to make your own amazing hummus, you’ll never want to buy pre-made again. Make sure to serve with plenty of pita chips, vegetables, and, of course, a crisp glass of sauvignon blanc. 

Ingredients

  • 2 cans of chickpeas, drained
  • 1 cup tahini
  • 1 cup of olive oil
  • 2 lemons, juiced
  • 20 cloves of garlic
  • 2 tablespoons parsley, finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

  1. In a small saucepan, heat ½ cup of olive oil and all of the garlic over low heat until the garlic turns golden brown.
  2. In a food processor, combine garlic with oil, lemon juice and zest, and tahini, and mix for 2 minutes.
  3. Add chickpeas and ¼ cup of the olive oil, and mix for another 5 minutes until smooth.
  4. Season with salt and pepper to taste, and spoon into a serving bowl.
  5. Top with remaining ¼ cup olive oil, parsley, and smoked paprika