Roasted Garlic and Sun-Dried Tomato Hummus 🧄🍅✨

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Roasted Garlic and Sun-Dried Tomato Hummus 🧄🍅✨

Ingredients:

• 1½ cups cooked chickpeas (or one 15 oz can, drained and rinsed)
• 3 tbsp tahini
• Juice of 1 lemon
• 3 cloves roasted garlic (see instructions)
• ¼ cup sun-dried tomatoes (oil-packed or rehydrated if dry)
• 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
• ½ tsp ground cumin
• ½ tsp smoked paprika
• ½ tsp salt (or to taste)
• 2-3 tbsp water (to adjust consistency)

Optional Garnishes:

• Drizzle of olive oil
• Chopped parsley
• Chopped sun-dried tomatoes
• Sprinkle of smoked paprika or sesame seeds

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Instructions:

1. Roast the garlic:

   • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Wrap unpeeled garlic cloves in foil with a drizzle of olive oil. Roast for 20-25 minutes until soft and golden. Let cool, then squeeze out the roasted garlic paste.

2. Blend the base:

   • In a food processor, combine chickpeas, tahini, roasted garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, lemon juice, cumin, smoked paprika, and salt. Blend until the mixture starts to come together.

3. Add oil and adjust consistency:

   • With the food processor running, slowly drizzle in olive oil. Add water, 1 tablespoon at a time, until the hummus reaches your desired creamy consistency. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.

4. Serve and garnish:

   • Transfer the hummus to a serving bowl. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with smoked paprika or sesame seeds. Garnish with chopped sun-dried tomatoes and parsley for an extra pop of flavor.

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Optional Variations:

• Spicy Version: Add ½ tsp red pepper flakes or a roasted chili for heat.
• Herbaceous Twist: Blend in fresh basil or cilantro for a green hummus.
• Nutty Note: Replace some tahini with almond or cashew butter for a different flavor profile.