Zucchini Hummus

This appetizer recipe, Zucchini Hummus, leans on zucchinis, tahini and garlic. It makes 6 Servings (2-3 cups of hummus) and takes about 14 minutes.

• Yield 6 Servings (2-3 cups of hummus)
• Ready in 14 minutes
• Prep 10 minutes
• Cook 4 minutes

Ingredients

• 1-2 zucchinis (about 26 ounces total, ends trimmed and cut into large chunks)
• 1/2 cup tahini
• 2 cloves garlic (peeled)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon coarse kosher salt
• Pinch of chili powder

Instructions

1. Steam the zucchini chunks in the microwave or in a steamer basket on the stovetop until the zucchini is translucent and tender. Pour the zucchini into a colander and drain very well.
2. Add the zucchini and all the other ingredients to the bowl of a food processor (I think it would probably be fine processed in a blender, also) and blend until the desired consistency is reached.
3. Serve at room temperature or chilled with sliced vegetables and pretzels.

Give it a minute off the heat, then serve it while it is still hot.