Zucchini Parmesan Hummus

Necessity is indeed the mother of invention, especially when it comes to a fridge full of zucchini. This recipe hits a homerun with my kids, and it disappears quickly at every family function too!

Makes about 2 cups

1 cup chick peas, drained & rinsed

1 cup roasted or grilled zucchini

Freshly squeezed juice of 1 lemon

1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese

Salt & freshly ground pepper, to taste

3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

Add the chick peas, zucchini, lemon juice, cheese, salt and pepper to your Cuisinart food processor. Process until mixture forms a chunky paste, about 45 seconds. Slowly drizzle in oil and continue processing until hummus becomes smooth and creamy, one to two more minutes. Serve with cut up vegetables, crackers, pita or slices of baguette.