Oil Free Hummus and Salad Dressing

Oil-free Hummus

2 cups of boiled chickpeas(retain enough liquid so chickpeas are submerged) or one 15 oz  can of chickpeas

1 garlic clove

Juice of 1 lemon

¼-½ tsp of salt– may substitute 1 tsp of soy sauce(tamari)

1 ½- 2 tablespoons of tahini or 3 tablespoons of lightly roasted sunflower seeds

½ tsp of ground cumin(optional)

½ tsp of paprika(optional)

1-3 tablespoons of water or veggie broth may be added to achieve desired consistency.

If using sesame seeds, lightly roast them on low to medium heat in a skillet on a stove. Combine all ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth.

Oil-free Sunflower seed salad dressing:

1 cup raw sunflower seeds, no salt

1 1/2 cup water

1/2 cup apple cider vinegar(Braggs preferably)

1/3 cup regular soy sauce(organic preferably)

Place all ingredients in a Vita-mix or other high speed blender and blend. Can tweak the recipe to add more seeds or vinegar etc. to make it to your liking. Taste best after chilled.

For a creamier version, add 1 tbsp of tahini or 2 tbsp of lightly roasted sesame seeds