Simple Spicy Hummus

I have eaten hummus a few times a week for years now. A couple years back I wanted something different, so I started messing around. After a few trial runs, this recipe represents my favorite hummus.

Original recipe makes 6 servings

Ingredients

1 (15 ounce) can chickpeas (garbanzo beans), drained
1/4 cup olive oil
1/4 cup lime juice
2 tablespoons tahini, or more to taste
1 clove garlic, peeled
1 tablespoon water, or as needed
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin

  • PREP

    10 mins

  • READY IN

    10 mins

Directions

  1. Place chickpeas in a blender; top with olive oil, lime juice, tahini, and garlic. Blend mixture until smooth. Add water 1 tablespoon at a time and blend until desired consistency is reached. Add paprika, cayenne pepper, and cumin; blend until incorporated.

Nutrition

Calories: 172 kcal
Carbohydrates: 13.1 g
Cholesterol: 0 mg
Fat: 12.5 g
Fiber: 2.8 g
Protein: 3.3 g
Sodium: 146 mg