Basic Lemon Hummus

tahini

🥗Healthier: sunflower seed butter

💰Cheaper: peanut butter

Sunflower seed butter is lower in calories and nut-free.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is more affordable and has a neutral flavor.

Open a can of chickpeas and add them to the blender.

Add lemon juice and olive oil to the blender.

Add lemon zest, salt, and pepper to the mixture.

Blend the ingredients together until combined.

Check the consistency and add more water and olive oil if needed to achieve creaminess.

Blend again until the desired consistency is reached.

Once done, scoop the hummus onto a plate.

Drizzle with olive oil and serve with vegetables or crackers.

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