Toasted Black Sesame Seed Hummus

A classic homemade hummus recipe with a toasty twist. Begin with all the traditional ingredients of chickpeas, fresh garlic and tahini for a savory base, then top with coriander, cumin and lightly-toasted black sesame seeds for some extra flare and flavor.

Ingredients:

• Simply Organic Black Pepper 4 oz.
• 1/2 teaspoon Simply Organic Coriander Seed Ground 2.29 oz.
• 1/2 teaspoon Simply Organic Cumin Seed Ground 2.31 oz.
• 1 1/2 tablespoons Simply Organic Black Sesame Seed 3.28 oz.
• 2 cups cooked chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• 3 cloves garlic, smashed
• 3/4 cup tahini
• 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1/2 cup + 2 tablespoons water, divided
• Juice from 1 lemon
• Extra virgin olive oil
• Pita bread, for serving

1. In a food processor, combine chickpeas and garlic. Pulse until roughly chopped.

2. Add tahini, salt, ¼ cup water and lemon juice and process for about 30 seconds, until smooth.

3. Add remaining 2 tablespoons water slowly and process until desired consistency is achieved. Taste and season with additional salt and/or pepper if desired.

4. Transfer to a serving dish and top with coriander, cumin, black sesame seeds and a drizzle of olive oil. Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 1 week.