Asparagus Hummus Recipe for Healthy Snacking

INGREDIENTS

3/4 lb

asparagus, cut into 1-inch pieces

1 14 ounce can

garbanzo beans (chickpeas), drained & rinsed

2 cloves

garlic, minced

1 tbsp

tahini (sesame paste)

1 tbsp

fresh lemon juice

1 tbsp

asparagus cooking water (see instructions)

1 pinch

cayenne pepper

1/8 tsp

salt (or more, to taste)

2 tbsp

extra-virgin olive oil