1 cup of water 1/2 cup of lime juice 4 ounces of pitted dates 1/4 cup Westbrae salt-free mustard 1 teaspoon chia seeds 2 teaspoons SMOKED paprika 1/4 teaspoon chipotle powder
Blend all ingredients in a blender until smooth and creamy. Refrigerate any unused portion.
1 15-ounce can chickpeas , drained, reserve the canning liquid
2 teaspoons finely grated lemon zest
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 cloves garlic, mashed
1 teaspoon ground cumin
fine sea salt and ground black pepper to taste
Optional: sumac or paprika
Instructions
In a food processor, process the chickpeas (not the liquid!), lemon zest, lemon juice, and cumin until well blended (stop and scrape down bowl as needed).
With motor running, slowly drizzle in canning liquid, a little at a time, until very smooth and creamy (stop and scrape down bowl once or twice; you may not need all of the liquid). Season to taste with salt and pepper.
Transfer to a small serving bowl and sprinkle with sumac or paprika, if desired.
Notes
Storage: Store in an air-tight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. You may choose to blend in an avocado and some apple cider vinegar and make a wonderful Salad Dressing!