Creamy Avocado Hummus

INGREDIENTS  

• 1 (15 oz.) can chickpeas, drained
• 2 ripe avocados, cut into chunks
• ½ cup olive oil
• ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
• 1½ T. tahini
• 1 clove garlic
• salt and pepper to taste

DIRECTIONS  

1. In the bowl of a food processor, combine chickpeas, avocado chunks, olive oil, lemon juice, tahini, and garlic. Add a good pinch of salt and pepper. Blend until combined and smooth. 
2. Add more salt and pepper and lemon if necessary. Blend for another 5 minutes until light and smooth.
3. Serve topped with a bit of olive oil, salt and pepper. Serve with fresh vegetables and pita chips. 

Recipe Author: Joy the Baker