Cauliflower Hummus

Ingredients:
1/2 head cauliflower (1 to 1 1/2 lbs.), trimmed and cut into 2-in. florets (about 4 cups florets)
3 1/2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 tsp. smoked paprika
2 teaspoons kosher salt, divided
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon red chile flakes
2 garlic cloves, smashed and peeled
2 tbsp. lemon juice
3 1/2 tablespoons well-stirred tahini

Directions:
1. Combine the cauliflower, water, 1 1/2 tsp olive oil 1 tsp salt and 1 whole garlic cloves to a microwave safe dish. Microwave for about 15 minutes – or until softened and darkened in color.
2. Put the cauliflower mixture into a magic bullet, blender, or food processor and blend. Add the tahini paste, lemon juice,cumin, red chile flakes, 1 raw garlic cloves,2 tsp olive oil, and 1 tsp kosher salt. Blend until mostly smooth.
3. To serve, place the hummus in a bowl and serve with celery sticks, raw radish chips, or other vegges to dip with.

Makes 8 servings
Per serving:
1 Green
2 condiments
2 fats

Great paired with sliced cucumber!