Heart Healthy Garlic Hummus Recipe
Homemade hummus is just a few, simple steps away with this fresh, healthy dip recipe. Sesame seeds, lemon juice and cayenne pepper combine for an irresistibly zesty snack that's perfect for dipping crackers or sliced veggies.
Ingredients
Recipe yields 10 servings
3 garlic cloves, peeled and crushed
2 Tbsp olive oil
1 Tbsp sesame seeds, toasted
2 Tbsp tahini
2 Tbsp lemon fresh juice
1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and liquid reserved
1/4 tsp salt
1/8 tsp white pepper
Black pepper to taste
1/8 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
1 Tbsp chopped fresh parsley
Directions
Step 1
In a blender or food processor, combine the garlic, olive oil, sesame seeds, tahini, lemon juice and chickpeas. Blend, adding reserved chickpea liquid if needed until hummus reaches desired consistency. Add salt and peppers and stir to combine.
Step 2
Transfer the mixture to a bowl. Garnish with parsley and serve. Hummus can keep, covered and chilled, for up to 3 days.
Time: 15 minutes
Servings: 10
Calories: 88
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Dietary Review:
Jane Schwartz, RDN, CLT
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Nutrition facts
Serving Size: 1/3 cup
Per serving:
calories:88
total fat:5g
sat fat:1g
cholesterol:0mg
sodium:188mg
total carb:10g
fibers:2g
proteins:3g
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