Easy Roasted Red Pepper Hummus

Ingredients

• 1 15 oz. can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• 1 large red pepper, roasted and diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 cup tahini
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1/2 teaspoon cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley, to garnish (optional)

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Place the red pepper on the baking sheet and roast for 20 minutes, flipping once halfway through. Once roasted, remove from oven and let cool slightly.
3. Add the chickpeas, roasted red pepper, garlic, tahini, lemon juice, olive oil, cumin, salt, and pepper to a food processor and blend until smooth.
4. Serve the hummus in a bowl and garnish with the chopped parsley.

Interesting Facts

• Hummus is a traditional Middle Eastern dip or spread, made from cooked and mashed chickpeas, tahini, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and salt.
• Roasted red peppers add a delicious smoky flavor to the hummus.
• Hummus is a healthy, protein-packed snack that can be enjoyed with pita bread, veggies, or as an appetizer.