Ingredients
¼cupfresh lemon juice
½cuptahini
½cupolive oil,divided, plus 1 tbsp
1canchickpeas,drained and rinsed
kosher salt,to taste
1tspcumin,ground
½tspcayenne pepper,plus more to taste
1canblack beans,drained and rinsed
1tspsesame oil
4garlic cloves
water,as needed
gluten free cracker,or pita or fresh vegetables, for serving
Preparation
In a food processor or blender, combine the lemon juice and tahini. Blend together.
With the processor running, pour in ½ cup of olive oil and blend for another 1 minute, scraping down the sides of the processor halfway through.
Add the chickpeas, salt, cumin, and cayenne and blend for about 30 to 60 seconds, then scrape down the sides again.
Add the black beans, sesame oil, and garlic and blend again, adding water, 1 tablespoon at a time, as needed while the processor is running until the hummus is smooth and the chickpeas and black beans are completely broken down.
Season with more salt to taste.
Transfer to a bowl and use the back of a spoon to create a well in the center. Pour in the remaining tablespoon of olive oil.
Serve with preferred whole wheat or gluten-free crackers, pita, or vegetables. Enjoy!
