Hummus

2 cans garbanzo beans, drained and rinsed
2 minced garlic cloves
4-6 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, to taste.
1 tsp salt or to taste
1/2 cup sesame tahini
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
1/4 to 1/2 cup water
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
paprika, optional

In a food processor or blender, combine all ingredients except paprika. Taste and adjust seasonings, adding more lemon juice and/or water until taste and texture is to your liking.

Serve with cut up raw veggies: carrots, celery, red bell peppers, cucumbers, jicama, cherry tomatoes, etc. Sprinkle hummus with paprika if desired.