Sun-Dried Tomato Hummus
Zippy and zesty sun-dried tomatoes give this dip a real kick. This is the perfect sharing plate for entertaining - super easy to make and a colourful stunner to look at on the table. You just can't go wrong with this hummus!
Serves
Ingredients
For the hummus
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For the hummus toppings (all to your preference)
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To serve
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Before you start
Food Processor | Frying pan
Make the hummus
- Drain the chickpeas
- Peel the garlic
- Put all the ingredients and 2 tbsp of the sun-dried tomato oil into the food processor
- Whizz to a chunky paste, then slowly add the remaining oil with the motor running until you get a smoother paste
- Add a splash of water and do a final blitz to get a creamier texture
- Season to taste
Prepare the toppings and sides** **
- Finely chop the remaining sun-dried tomatoes and parsley leaves
- Spread the hummus out onto a sharing bowl and top with your choice of toppings, and a drizzle more sun-dried tomato oil from the jar
- Serve with some fresh pita bread or seeded crackers, and dig in!