Easy Chickpea Hummus

Ingredients

• 1 can (19 oz/540 ml) chickpeas, rinsed and drained
• 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
• 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
• 2 tbsp tahini (sesame seed paste)
• 2 cloves garlic, chopped
• 1/2 tsp grated lemon peel
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp freshly ground pepper
• 1 tbsp water, optional
• Pita crisps or crackers*

Directions

1. Place all ingredients except water and pita crisps in a food processor.
2. Process until smooth. If hummus is too thick, add water and process to combine.
3. Serve with pita crisps or crackers.