Serves: 5
Total Calories: 136
Yield: 3 cups
Prep time: 5 minutes
Cook time: 3 hours
Total time: 3 hours 5 minutes

2 1/2 cups canned garbanzo beans drained and rinsed
1/4 to 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
1/3 cup sesame tahini
2 cloves garlic crushed
1 to 2 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
pinch freshly ground black pepper
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/3 cup water

Put all ingredients except the garbanzo beans and parsley into a blender; blend for 5 se-conds. Add the beans and blend on high until mixture reaches the consistency of a granular sour cream, approximately 10 to 15 seconds. If the hummus is too thick, add a little water slowly and blend until it reaches the desired consistency.

Transfer to a serving bowl; cover and refrigerate for a few hours before serving. The flavors will meld well if given a chance to sit for awhile. Serve with pita wedges, crackers, or slices of whole grain bread.

TIP: A thorough rinsing of the garbanzo beans will clear away the taste of any ingredients used in the canning process.

Nutritional Facts:

Serves: 5
Total Calories: 136
Calories from Fat: 39

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