Hummus with Veggie Sticks

Ingredients

• 1 can chickpeas (240 g drained)
• 2 tbsp tahini
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 garlic clove
• 1/2 tsp ground cumin
• Salt to taste
• 2 tbsp cold water
• 2 carrots, cut into sticks
• 1 cucumber, cut into sticks
• 1 bell pepper, cut into strips

Instructions

1. Blend chickpeas, tahini, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, cumin and salt until smooth.
2. Add cold water gradually until creamy.
3. Transfer to a bowl and drizzle with olive oil.
4. Arrange the veggie sticks around the bowl.
5. Serve immediately or chill for up to 3 days.

Tip

For extra-smooth hummus, peel the chickpeas before blending.