Recipe #015 · Garlic Freak

Garlic Freak Creamy Garlic Hummus

SERVES 6-8 · 10 MINUTES PREP / 5 MINUTES BLEND

Ingredients

• 1 (15 oz) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed (reserve 2 tbsp liquid)
• 2 tbsp tahini (sesame paste)
• 2 tbsp lemon juice (about 1/2 lemon)
• 2 tbsp olive oil, plus more for drizzling
• 1–2 tsp BANGIN' Garlic Freak Spice Seasoning (to taste)
• 1 clove garlic, minced (optional for extra garlic punch)
• 1/4 tsp salt (or to taste)
• 2–4 tbsp cold water (to reach your desired consistency)
• Paprika and chopped parsley for garnish (optional)

Instructions

1. Add chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, olive oil, BANGIN' Garlic Freak Spice Seasoning, garlic, and salt to a food processor.
2. Blend until smooth, scraping down the sides as needed.
3. With the processor running, add cold water 1 tbsp at a time until the hummus is creamy and smooth.
4. Taste and adjust seasoning. Add more Garlic Freak if you like it extra bold!
5. Spoon hummus into a bowl and smooth the top.
6. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with paprika and chopped parsley.
7. Serve with veggies, pita, crackers, or use as a spread.

Tip: TIP: For the creamiest hummus, peel the chickpeas! It makes a big difference. MAKE IT YOURS! • Extra creamy: add more water. • Spicy kick: add a pinch of cayenne. • Roasted garlic: use 1–2 cloves of roasted garlic for a mellow flavor.

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