Garlic Scape Hummus (Print Version)
Creamy spread featuring chickpeas, garlic scapes, lemon, and olive oil. Ideal for dipping and sharing.
# Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
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1 can (15.5 ounces) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
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1/2 cup thinly sliced garlic scapes or 4 medium garlic cloves, chopped
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1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
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6 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
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3/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
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1/2 teaspoon sweet Hungarian paprika
# Instructions:
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Drain and rinse the chickpeas thoroughly, slice garlic scapes or chop garlic cloves, and freshly squeeze the lemon juice.
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Add chickpeas, garlic scapes or garlic cloves, lemon juice, extra-virgin olive oil, sea salt, and sweet Hungarian paprika to a high-speed blender, arranging the liquids at the bottom for optimal blending.
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Blend the mixture on high speed until completely smooth and creamy, pausing to scrape down the sides as needed.
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Transfer to a serving bowl and, if desired, create decorative swirls with the back of a spoon. Garnish with olive oil, flaky sea salt, extra paprika, and thinly sliced garlic scapes or preferred herbs.
# Notes:
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For a silkier texture, peel the chickpeas by pinching off the skins before blending.