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Herb hummus

Herb hummus

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You can never have enough hummus recipes, right? Whether you choose to serve your hummus with crackers, pita bread or vegetables, this fresh herby hummus is the perfect make-ahead recipe for a quick healthy snack or add it to your favourite mezze board.

HERB HUMMUS

Makes about 2 cups

1 1/2 cups cooked chickpeas, drained

1/4 cup tahini

1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil

Juice of half a lemon juice, to taste

1/2 cup chopped chives

1/2 cup dill & parsley

1 clove garlic

1/2 teaspoon ground cumin

1/2 teaspoon sea salt

3/4 cup crushed ice

  1. Place all the ingredients, except the ice, into a food processor and blend until combined and thick.

  2. Add the crushed ice and blend for about 2 minutes until the dip becomes smooth.

  3. Serve drizzled with extra olive oil.

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