No-Oil Basic Hummus
Ingredients
1 - 15 ounce can chickpeas drained, with the liquid reserved - this liquid is referred to as aquafaba in many recipes
1 garlic clove
1/4 cup tahini
2 tablespoons lemon juice - about 1/2 lemon
Instructions
Add the chickpeas to the bowl of a food processor or blender along with 1/4 cup of the drained chickpea liquid (aquafaba) and all other ingredients.
Blend until completely smooth, about 1 minute. If things aren’t moving around add very well add 1 tablespoon of chickpea liquid and blend again, adding an additional tablespoon or 2 as needed to reach desired consistency.
Serve with veggies or Crackers, in a wrap, or as a sandwich spread.
Stir-in Variations
Add roasted red pepper.
Add spices such as cumin or smoked paprika.
Chopped olives or capers make a savory addition.
Use roasted garlic instead of fresh garlic.