hummus

I have been posting all healthy recipes.  I figure that if I am going to send a recipe out it should be one that will strengthen both body and mind. 

So, today's healthy recipe is for red pepper hummus.

It is really good.  And good for you.

Ingredients:
1 15-oz. can chickpeas (garbanzo beans), rinsed and drained
2 garlic cloves, smashed
1/2 cup drained and chopped roasted red bell peppers
1/3 cup tahini (sometimes I use 1/8  cup peanut butter instead)
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice (about 1 large lemon)
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon cumin
1/4 teaspoon coriander
1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper (or 1/4 heaping teaspoon of red pepper flakes)
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
 
Instructions:
Place all ingredients except for the oil in a food processor. Process until smooth, then add the oil in a steady stream and process until desired consistency is reached.  Chill for at least an hour if possible before serving. Serve with pita chips or fresh veggies or, our favorite, Triscuit crackers.


Bon Appe'tit!