Hummus Recipe

A Tasty Twist on Traditional Hummus


So many folks tell me they work so hard to count their calories and then blow it all on a fattening treat. Don't let snacks sidetrack your progress! Want a healthy go-to? Try this new twist on tasty hummus. So easy to whip up and it keeps well too. Pop it in a small snack size BPA-free travel container with some fresh veggies or homemade whole-wheat pita chips and enjoy!

Black Bean Hummus

Ingredients

16 ounces black beans, drained

16 ounces butter beans, drained

1 clove of garlic, minced

1 teaspoon ground cumin

2 tablespoons tahini (sesame seed paste)

1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice

4 tablespoons olive oil

1 dash salt and black pepper, to taste

1 bunch fresh cilantro, for garnish (optional)

Preparation

Place all ingredients except salt, pepper and cilantro in food processor bowl; blend together well. Season to taste with salt and pepper; cover and chill.

Garnish with cilantro and serve with fresh crudit&eactute;s and homemade whole-wheat pita chips.



Makes about 3 cups (18 servings).