Spicy Roasted Red Pepper Hummus

Ingredients

• Chickpeas (canned or cooked)2 cans (15 oz each)
• Tahini1/3 cup
• Roasted red peppers (jarred, drained)1/2 cup
• Lemon juice (freshly squeezed)2 tbsp
• Garlic cloves1-2
• Olive oil2 tbsp (for blending) + more for serving
• Salt3/4 tsp
• Red pepper flakes1/4 tsp (or to taste)
• Water2-4 tbsp

Steps

1. 1

   Drain and rinse the chickpeas.

2. 2

   In a food processor, combine tahini and lemon juice. Process for 1 minute.

3. 3

   Add garlic, salt, and red pepper flakes. Process until garlic is minced.

4. 4

   Add the drained roasted red peppers and half of the chickpeas. Process until smooth.

5. 5

   With the food processor running, slowly add ice water and olive oil until the hummus is creamy and light.

6. 6

   Add the remaining chickpeas and process until desired consistency is reached. Scrape down sides as needed.

7. 7

   Taste and adjust seasoning. Transfer to a serving bowl.

8. 8

   Drizzle with olive oil, garnish with a few small pieces of roasted red pepper and a pinch of red pepper flakes.