Ingredients:

  • 1 can (15 oz / 425g) Chickpeas (Garbanzo beans)
  • 3 tbsp (45ml) Reserved chickpea liquid (aquafaba)
  • 2 cloves Garlic, smashed
  • 1/2 tsp (2.5g) Ground cumin
  • 1/2 tsp (3g) Sea salt
  • 1/3 cup (80g) Premium tahini
  • 1/4 cup (60ml) Fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tbsp (30ml) Extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tbsp (15ml) Ice-cold water

Instructions:

  1. Place the chickpeas, 3 tablespoons of reserved canning liquid, smashed garlic, cumin, and sea salt into a microwave-safe glass bowl.
  2. Microwave on high for 2 minutes until the liquid is bubbling and chickpeas are soft.
  3. While chickpeas are heating, add tahini and lemon juice to a food processor and process for 1 minute until thick and pale.
  4. Add the hot chickpea mixture and olive oil to the food processor. Process for 2 to 3 minutes until completely smooth.
  5. If the texture is too thick, drizzle in ice-cold water while the motor is running until desired fluffiness is achieved.