LOADED ROASTED RED PEPPER HUMMUS

Loaded Roasted Red Pepper Hummus image

Provided by Kare for Kitchen Treaty

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 15-ounce can chickpeas, drained, but reserve the liquid
1/2 cup roasted red peppers
1/3 cup tahini
3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice (from about one large lemon)
2 medium garlic cloves (minced)
1/2 teaspoon salt plus more to taste
2 tablespoons toasted pine nuts
2 tablespoons diced roasted red peppers
1/4 cup chickpeas
2 tablespoons chopped kalamata olives
A few fresh basil leaves (diced)
2 tablespoons chopped red onion
A drizzle of good olive oil

Steps:

Add the chickpeas (not the liquid), roasted red peppers, tahini, lemon juice, garlic, and salt to the pitcher of a high-powered blender or food processor fitted with the "S" blade.
Blend, adding the chickpea liquid about 2 tablespoons at a time to get and keep things moving, until the mixture is silky smooth.
Taste and add additional salt if desired.
Scoop into serving bowl and add toppers. Serve with pita wedges and/or fresh veggies (I love this one with sliced cucumbers).