Silky Lemon & Tahini Hummus

1. Place the chickpeas, tahini, olive oil, garlic and lemon juice into the Smeg hand blender base. Blend until the mixture starts to break down and become smooth. 

2. Add the cold water a little at a time, continuing to blend until the hummus becomes light, smooth and silky. Blend for a few minutes to achieve a softer, more aerated texture. 

3. Taste and season with sea salt, adding extra lemon juice if you prefer a brighter flavour. 

4.  Spoon into a shallow bowl and use the back of a spoon to create soft swirls. 

Drizzle with olive oil and finish with a pinch of paprika or cumin and a little lemon zest.