Red Pepper Hummus

Ingredients

• 1 (15-ounce) can navy beans, rinsed and drained
• 2 garlic cloves, chopped
• 1/2 cup roasted red bell peppers, drained and chopped
• 1/3 cup tahini
• 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
• 3/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/4 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
• Garnishes: lettuce, toasted sesame seeds, chopped green onions

Preparation

• Process first 9 ingredients in a food processor or blender until smooth, stopping to scrape down sides. With processor running, pour oil through food chute in a slow, steady stream; process until smooth. Stir in cilantro; chill 1 hour. Garnish, if desired. Serve with tortilla or pita chips