So, I’ve been on a bit of a hummus kick lately.

But, having just finished a cleanse traditional hummus made with garbanzo beans can be a little bit heavy and dense in a belly that feels light and clean.

Enter, zucchini. Not only is this little veggie abundant and in season right now, but it makes for a delicious and light version of hummus that doesn’t leave you feeling bloated and uncomfortable!

Ingredients: 

• 2 – 3 zucchini, peeled
• 3/4 cup raw tahini (this can be pricey so if you can’t find raw, don’t beat yourself up about it!)
• 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 1 tsp sea salt
• 1/2 Tbs ground cumin
• optional: 2 cloves garlic

Directions: 

1. In a food processor or high-speed blender, combine all of the ingredients and blend until thick and smooth
2. Serve in your favorite dish (I got mind from Cafe Gratitude up in San Francisco! I hear they’re opening a new loation in Venice off of Rose Street…) and enjoy with cucumber, peppers, celery, carrot sticks, or wrap it up with your favorite veggies, some greens and maybe a bit of avocado?

xoxo

Editor: Lynn Hasselberger

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