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Chickpea Purée

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A smooth, creamy chickpea puree—similar to classic hummus—brightened with lemon and tahini, perfect as a quick vegan dip or sandwich spread.

Ingredients

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  • 1 can (15 oz / 425 g) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 2 Tbsp (30 ml) fresh lemon juice (about ½ lemon)
  • 2 Tbsp (30 g) tahini
  • 1 small garlic clove, minced
  • 2 Tbsp (30 ml) extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for serving
  • ¼ tsp ground cumin
  • ¼–½ tsp salt, to taste
  • 2–4 Tbsp (30–60 ml) cold water, as needed for texture
  • Pinch smoked paprika or sumac, for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. In a food processor, combine chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, garlic, olive oil, cumin, and ¼ tsp salt.
  2. Blend for 1 minute, scrape down the sides, then blend again while drizzling in 2 Tbsp cold water until very smooth, 1–2 minutes more.
  3. If the puree is too thick, add extra water 1 Tbsp at a time until desired consistency is reached.
  4. Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or lemon juice.
  5. Transfer to a bowl, drizzle with olive oil, and sprinkle with smoked paprika or sumac before serving.

Notes

  • For an ultra-smooth puree, peel the chickpeas by pinching off their skins before blending.
  • Swap olive oil for aquafaba (the canning liquid) for an oil-free version.
  • Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
  • Delicious as a dip, sandwich spread, or base layer in grain bowls.

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Keywords: chickpea puree, hummus, vegan dip, gluten free, spread

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