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Hummus With Veggie Sticks

Vegetable sticks and hummus are a portable and refreshing option. This snack gives you fiber, protein, and healthy fats in one bite.
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • 1 can 15 oz chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1/4 cup tahini
  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 garlic clove minced
  • 1/2 tsp ground cumin
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 2-3 tbsp water
  • 1/4 tsp smoked paprika optional
  • 1 large carrot cut into sticks
  • 1 cucumber cut into sticks
  • 1 bell pepper any color, cut into sticks
  • 1 celery stalk cut into sticks

Instructions
 

  • In a food processor, combine chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, cumin, and salt.
  • Blend until smooth, gradually adding water until desired creamy consistency is reached.
  • Taste and adjust seasoning, adding more salt or lemon juice if needed.
  • Transfer hummus to a serving bowl and sprinkle smoked paprika on top if using.
  • Arrange carrot, cucumber, bell pepper, and celery sticks on a platter.
  • Serve hummus alongside fresh veggie sticks for dipping.