Roasted Lemon Bean Hummus

RECIPE BY MARIA FROM @thefitstitch

Roasted lemon can be sweet, a little bit smokey and the tartness is mellowed out. It's the perfect addition to your favourite mediterranean dip - hummus. You can also use the juice from the roasted lemon if preferred.

INGREDIENTS

• HUMMUS
• 1 1/2 cup cooked white beans, drained and rinsed
• 1/3 cup smooth tahini
• 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
• 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice, add more if preferred
• 1 garlic clove
• 1/2 tsp sea salt
• 5 tbsp water, add more or less as needed
• ROASTED LEMON
• 1 lemon, sliced
• TOSERVE
• paprika
• pepper
• red pepper flakes
• parsley
• warm pita bread
• veggies
• crackers

METHOD

1. Add all the ingredients in a food processor. Process until the hummus is smooth and creamy. 
2. Roast each slices of lemon in a roasting pan for 30-60s each side until you see a prominent grill mark.
3. Pour in your favourite Coconut Bowls and serve with spices, roasted lemon and herbs.

Maria Andree | @thefitstitch | www.thefitstitch.com

Maria is an architect with a Masters in Sustainable Environmental Design by day and a real foodie by night. She loves creating easy and simple plant-based recipes and is passionate about our environment and all things sustainable.