Just in time for your Easter gatherings, here’s a delicious party friendly appetizer recipe for Meyer Lemon and Sumac Hummus Dip from the folks at Chez Us.

Packed full of the fresh, zesty flavor of Meyer lemons, this chip and dip friendly recipe is sure to please both the omnivores and vegans in your life.

If you have a food processor, this wonderful hummus spread goes together in a flash for anyone who enjoys the healthy flavor of Mediterranean foods.

Enjoy!

Ingredients:

2 cans of chickpeas, drained and rinsed
4 small garlic cloves, peeled
2 small meyer lemons, zest and juice
1/2 cup water
3 tablespoons tahini
2 teaspoons sumac
1/2 cup olive oil
maldon salt, to taste (ordinary table, kosher, or gourmet salt works well too)

How to Make Meyer Lemon and Sumac Hummus Dip.

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