Spicy Red Pepper and Jalapeno Hummus

Quick and easy humous recipe for those of you who like to keep a healthy dip in the fridge for snacking. Feel free to modify the ingredients to your taste and to adjust the spice levels. I have left out tahini to keep the recipe on the healthy side.

• Ready In: 20 mins
• Serves: 14-16

Ingredients

• 2 (14 1/2ounce) cans chickpeas
• 1⁄2 medium  red pepper
• 1⁄2 medium green pepper
• 1⁄2 cup  jalapeno, sliced
• 1⁄8 cup olive oil (more to smooth mixture)
• 2 -3  minced garlic cloves
• 1  teaspoon salt
• 1  teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
• 1  tablespoon lemon juice
• 1  tablespoon  hot sauce (optional)

Directions

1. In a food processor, combine red pepper, green pepper, jalapeños, olive oil, garlic, salt, pepper, lemon juice, and hot sauce.
2. Blend ingredients until smooth.
3. Drain chickpeas.
4. Add chickpeas to the food processor and blend until smooth, adding additional olive oil if necessary.
5. Transfer to sealed container and chill for several hours.
6. Serve with pretzels, carrots, or bagel chips and enjoy.