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Chickpea Dip

A creamy, flavor-packed dip made from chickpeas, perfect for any gathering.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1 can 15 oz chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 2 tablespoons tahini
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • Salt to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • Fresh parsley for garnish optional

Equipment

  • Food processor
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons
  • Spatula
  • Serving bowl

Method
 

  1. Start by draining and rinsing the canned chickpeas.
  2. In a food processor, add the rinsed chickpeas, tahini, olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, and cumin.
  3. Process the mixture until smooth, scraping down the sides as needed.
  4. If the dip is too thick, add a little water or additional olive oil.
  5. Taste your dip and adjust salt, lemon juice, or cumin to your liking.
  6. Transfer the dip to a serving bowl, smoothing the top with a spatula.
  7. Optionally, sprinkle fresh parsley on top for a pop of color.
  8. Serve with your favorite dippers like pita chips, veggies, or crackers.

Notes

This dip tastes even better after a few hours in the fridge, allowing the flavors to meld.