Creamy chickpeas, ripe avocado, tahini, lemon juice, garlic, and a generous drizzle of Zejd Premium Extra Virgin Olive Oil — blended to perfection. Top with fresh cilantro and a sprinkle of red pepper flakes for a vibrant twist. Perfect with pita, veggies, or as a fresh sandwich spread!INGREDIENTS
- 1 ripe avocado, peeled and pitted
- 1 cup canned chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 2 tablespoons tahini
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (or lime juice for a zestier flavor)
- 1 small garlic clove, peeled
- 3 tablespoons Zejd Extra Virgin Olive Oil, plus more for drizzling
- ½ teaspoon ground cumin
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 1–2 tablespoons cold water or 1 small ice cube (optional, for texture)
- 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh cilantro or parsley (optional, for topping)Red pepper flakes (optional, for topping)
INSTRUCTIONS
- In a food processor, combine the chickpeas, avocado, tahini, lemon (or lime) juice, garlic, cumin, salt, and pepper.
- Blend until mostly smooth.
- With the processor running, slowly stream in the Zejd EVOO.
- If the mixture is too thick, add cold water or a small ice cube and blend again until silky and creamy.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Transfer to a serving bowl. Drizzle generously with Zejd EVOO, sprinkle with chopped cilantro or parsley, and add a pinch of red pepper flakes if desired.
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