Best Hummus

1½ cups cooked chickpeas (drained and rinsed)

⅓ cup smooth tahini*

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (plus more to taste)

1 garlic clove

½ teaspoon sea salt

5 tablespoons water (or as needed to blend)

Paprika, red pepper flakes, and/or fresh parsley

Warm pita bread (and/or veggies, for serving)

In a high-speed blender, place the chickpeas, tahini, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and salt. Use the blender baton to blend until very smooth, adding water as needed to blend, and/or to reach your desired consistency.
Transfer to a serving plate and garnish with paprika, red pepper flakes, and/or fresh parsley. Serve with warm pita and veggies, as desired.