After School Hummus
Submitted by taylork on Thu, 11/15/2012 - 16:25
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Serving Size:
2 Tablespoons
Serves:
8
Cost Per Serving:
$.27 Ingredients:
- 1 can (15-ounce) reduced-sodium garbanzo beans (chickpeas)
- 2 medium garlic cloves, minced or 1/4 teaspoon
- garlic powder
- 1 1/2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 tablespoon olive oil or vegetable oil
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup plain nonfat yogurt
Instructions:
- Use a blender or food processor. Combine garbanzo beans, garlic, lemon juice, cumin, oil, and pepper. Blend on low speed until the beans are mashed.
- Stir in yogurt with spoon.
- Refrigerate for several hours or overnight so the flavors blend.
- Serve with pita chips, crackers, or fresh veggies.
Preparation tips:
- Before adding beans to blender: mash the beans with a fork, chop garlic finely, and then stir the ingredients frequently.
- Add 1/3 cup chopped red pepper for additional color.
Tips:
- Hummus packs a lot of protein and fiber. Let your kids dip raw veggies, crackers, or pita chips into this healthy snack.
- Store the hummus in an airtight container in the fridge. Use within 2-3 days.
- Learn how to make your own homemade pita chips.






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