Here is one recipe that is as unique as it is healthy. Take a classic hummus recipe, add lemon, red peppers, and garlic, and you have a flavor explosion that everyone will love!
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Hummis is actually the Arabic word for "chickpeas" and the full name of the spread in Arabic is ḥummuṣ bi ṭaḥīna, which means "chickpeas with tahini."
Ingredients
6 oz. (about 3/4 cup) roasted jarred red bell peppers, drained
1 (15-oz.) can organic chick peas, drained and rinsed
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
3 tablespoons tahini paste
2 cloves garlic, pressed
1/2 teaspoon sea salt, or more to taste
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 teaspoon cumin
1 tablespoon Extra Virgin Olive Oil + more to drizzle on top
Assorted fresh vegetables or pita chips
Preparation
1
Place chick peas, roasted bell peppers, lemon juice, tahini, garlic, salt, cumin, cayenne and olive oil in the bowl of a food processor.
2
Pulse 1 minute, then pause and scrape down the sides of the processor.
3
Continue to process on low speed until smooth (approx. 30 seconds to 1 minute).
4
Place hummus in a bowl and drizzle with additional olive oil if desired.
5
Serve with fresh veggies or pita chips.
6
Store left-over hummus in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
7
*Note: consistency will firm up if hummus is refrigerated for 2-3 hours prior to serving.
