Hummus is a pureed garbanzo bean dip with Middle Eastern origins. Serve with pita and an assortment of fresh vegetables. This is the secret combination straight from a Boston restaurant. Tahini, or sesame seed paste, can be found in health food stores, gourmet shops and even many grocery stores.
Ingredients
- 2 cups canned garbanzo beans, drained
- ⅓ cup tahini
- ¼ cup lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 cloves garlic, halved
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pinch paprika
- 1 teaspoon minced fresh parsley
Directions
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Step 1
Place the garbanzo beans, tahini, lemon juice, salt and garlic in a blender or food processor. Blend until smooth. Transfer mixture to a serving bowl. -
Step 2
Drizzle olive oil over the garbanzo bean mixture. Sprinkle with paprika and parsley.
Nutrition Facts
Per Serving:
77 calories; protein 2.6g 5% DV; carbohydrates 8.1g 3% DV; fat 4.3g 7% DV; cholesterol 0mg; sodium 236.4mg 10% DV.
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