GATHER YOUR INGREDIENTS
(15 ounce) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
1 medium clove garlic,minced or pressed through a garlic press
¾ teaspoon table salt
pinch cayenne pepper
3 tablespoons lemon juice, from 1 large lemon
¼ cup tahini
¼ cup virgin olive oil
¼ cup water
Process all of the ingredients in a food processor until smooth, about 40 seconds. Transfer the hummus to a serving bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and chill until the flavors meld, at least 30 minutes; serve cold. (The hummus can be refrigerated for up to 2 days.)