2tablespoonslemon juice, freshly squeezed(or more to taste)
½teaspoongarlic powder(optional, for depth of flavor)
¼teaspoonsalt(or more to taste)
Freshly cracked black pepper
3-4tbpsice cold water
Optional ingredients
1 ½teaspoonlemon zest
⅓cup dill, chopped
Instructions
In a food processor or a high-speed blender, place the chickpeas, tahini, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Blend until very smooth, adding water as needed to blend, and/or to reach your desired consistency. You may need to stop and scrape down the sides a few times.
1 ½ cups cooked chickpeas, ⅓ cup runny tahini, 3 tablespoons olive oil, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, freshly squeezed, ½ teaspoon garlic powder, ¼ teaspoon salt, Freshly cracked black pepper, 3-4 tbps ice cold water
Add lemon zest and dill and pulse a few times just until combined. Taste and adjust the flavor if needed, adding more lemon juice, salt, or black pepper to taste.
1 ½ teaspoon lemon zest, ⅓ cup dill, chopped
Transfer to a bowl, top with desired garnish, and serve!
Notes
StorageFridge: Transfer to a container and store in a refrigerator for up to 6 days.Freezer: This recipe is not freezer-friendly.