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Hummus

Traditional Middle Eastern fare has made its way over to America. Prepared with garbanzo beans, or chickpeas, this delicious hummus dip makes for a great healthy snack or appetizer. One thing about this starter is that you’ll have absolutely no problem finishing it.
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Cuisine Greek

Servings 1 servings
Calories 543.54 kcal

Ingredients

  

  • 2 1/2 cup(s) canned garbanzo beans, rinsed
  • 1 1/2 tablespoon(s) lemon juice
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon(s) cumin
  • 1 1/2 tablespoon(s) fresh parsley
  • 1/8 teaspoon(s) salt, to taste
  • 1/8 teaspoon(s) pepper, to tatse

Instructions

 

  • Place garlic and parsley in a food processor, and chop fine.
  • Add garbanzo beans, salt, pepper, cumin and lemon juice and process until smooth.
  • Use bean liquid to thin if necessary.
  • Serve with baked tortillas, vegetables or toasted pita bread.
  • Add a little water if mixture is too thick.

Nutrition

Calories: 543.54kcalCarbohydrates: 84.73gProtein: 30.23gFat: 11.81gSaturated Fat: 1.21gSodium: 1092.36mgFiber: 26.95gSugar: 16.01g

Keyword Healthy Bytes, Heart Healthy, Low Calorie, Low Fat
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