(Makes 5 cups)
4 cups canned chickpeas
3 cloves garlic, minced
1/8 cup lemon juice
1 pinch lemon zest
1/8 cup canola oil
1/4 cup tahini paste
1 pinch cumin
1/8 cup additional ingredient
(such as roasted peppers or
toasted pine nuts), if desired
1 pinch salt and pepper, to
taste
In a food processor, blend first eight ingredients, one at a time. Stir in salt and pepper, to taste and serve. Refrigerate for up to five days.
