- 1 (15-ounce) can garbanzo beans, rinsed, drained; *reserve 1/4 cup liquid*
- ½ cup tahini
- ½ cup crushed pineapple, with juice (half of a Dole 8-ounce can)
- 1 serrano pepper, chopped (may substitute 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper or more to taste)
- 1½ tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 4 small garlic cloves, peeled and chopped
- 1½ teaspoons sea salt
- Garnishes: a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil, a sprinkle of sesame seeds, and a dusting of paprika (smoked paprika is a nice option)