The Times - Serving Waitsburg, Dayton and the Touchet Valley

Hearty Hummus Spread

1 can or 1 ½ cups rinsed and drained chickpeas

2 tbsp sesame oil

1 lime

2 garlic cloves, finely chopped

2 tbsp pine nuts

1 tbsp tahini (sesame seed paste)

1 tsp powdered ginger root

1 sprig cilantro

1 tsp coarse salt

Crushed red pepper flake

If using canned, drain chickpeas and add to food processor along with pine nuts, garlic, ginger, and salt. Drizzle the juice of one lime and sesame oil until desired texture is achieved.

Garnish with cilantro and red pepper flake. Serve inside whole wheat pita, with chips or veggies.