Friday, August 29, 2014

Avocado Hummus

  • 1 can chick peas, well drained
  • 2 med ripe avocados, cored and peeled
  • 3 tbsp olive oil, plus more for serving
  • 1 1/2 tbsp tahini
  • 3 tbsp fresh lime juice
  • 1 clove garlic, peeled
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • 1/8 tsp cumin
  • 1 - 2 tbsp finely chopped cilantro leaves, for topping
  • Red pepper flakes, for topping 

Pulse chick peas, olive oil, tahini, lime juice, and garlic in a food processor until smooth, about 2 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste (I did a scant 1/2 tsp salt and about 1/8 tsp pepper), add cumin and avocados and pulse mixture until smooth and creamy, about 1 - 2 minutes longer.
 

Serve topped with more olive oil if desired and sprinkle with cilantro and red pepper flakes. Serve with pita chips or tortilla chips.