#BaptistHealthy Hummus Dip

#BaptistHealthy hummus dip can be a welcome addition to any gathering. There are two versions: roasted beet dip and olive oil with paprika. Check out the video!

Hummus Two Ways

Ingredients

• 1, 15 ounce can of chickpeas (garbanzo beans), drained – reserving liquid
• ¼ cup tahini
• ¼ cup lemon juice
• 2 garlic cloves, crushed
• Paprika, olive oil and parsley for garnish

Directions

• Combine all ingredients except garnish in a mini food processor and begin to process on ‘puree’ setting.
• Add reserved chickpea liquid (~1-2 tbsp.) to make a smooth puree.
• Best served if chilled for 1-2 hours.

Optional: For color and nutrient boost, add 1 roasted beet or 4 packaged baby beets, cubed.

After hummus is made, as per directions above, add beets to food processor until smoothly blended.

Nutritional Information

Approximate recipe yield: 2 cups
Serving size: 2 tablespoons

Nutritionals per serving (2 tbsp.):
53 calories
5 grams carbohydrate
3 grams fat
2 grams protein
35 milligrams sodium (*will vary depending on the brand of canned garbanzos)