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Mediterranean Diet Recipes: Lebanese Hummus

Lebanese Hummus

Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 6
Calories: 152

Ingredients
 

  • 2-15 ounces cans chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 2 cloves garlic, crushed
  • 1/4 cup tahini paste
  • 1/3 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil 
  • 1/4 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 3 tbsp cold water
  • pine nuts for garnish (optional)

Method
 

  1. Begin by chopping the garlic in the food processor.
  2. Add the rest of the ingredients and blend in the food processor until desired consistency.
  3. Blend with cold water for a smoother consistency.

Nutrition

Calories: 152kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 2gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gSodium: 224mgPotassium: 78mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg