Artichoke Hummus

By Anne – December 30, 2011

Try using this hummus in place of mayonnaise or mustard on your sandwich or simply serve as a healthy appetizer with fresh vegetables and pita bread.

(with Anne Wilfong, RD, LD)

WHAT YOU NEED

1 15-ounce can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
2 15-ounce cans of artichokes packed in water, drained and rinsed
1/4 cup tahini paste
1/4 cup olive oil
Juice of two lemons
3-4 cloves garlic, depending on taste
1/2 teaspoon salt

HOW TO MAKE IT

In the bowl of a food processor, add chickpeas, artichokes, tahini paste, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic and salt. Blend until smooth.

Serving Size: 1/4 cup

NUTRITION FACTS

Calories 151
Protein 6 g
Carbs 19 g
Fat 8 g
Sodium 249 mg
Fiber 8 g

Price per serving: $1.01 // Restaurant Price: $1.99

Makes approx. 3 cups

Registered and licensed dietitians, Alexa Sparkman and Anne Wilfong, can provide reliable, objective nutrition information, separate facts from fads and translate the latest scientific findings into easy-to-understand nutrition information. For more information about their nutrition counseling practice, contact Alexa or Anne at 512.257.0898 or SparkmanNutrition.com

This recipe is brought to you by Whole Foods Market.

 
 

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