Description
This cilantro lime jalapeño hummus is a flavorful and low-calorie dip perfect for sandwiches or as a healthy snack.
Ingredients
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- 5 cloves garlic, peeled
- 2 (15 oz) cans of garbanzo beans, low sodium, drained and rinsed
- 4 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup good olive oil
- 1 cup fresh cilantro leaves
- 1 jalapeño, seeded and chopped
Instructions
- In your food processor, place the cloves of garlic and pulse until finely chopped.
- Add the garbanzo beans, lime juice, salt, cilantro leaves, and chopped jalapeño to the processor.
- Puree for about 1-2 minutes until the mixture resembles a chunky oatmeal texture.
- With the processor running, slowly drizzle in the olive oil until the hummus is smooth and creamy.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more salt or lime juice to taste.
- Transfer to a serving bowl and serve immediately or refrigerate for later use.
Notes
You can serve right away or refrigerate for 1-6 hours and then remove before serving, allowing enough time for it to return to room temperature for optimum flavor. For a spicier hummus, leave the seeds in the jalapeño. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1
- Sodium: 150
- Fat: 9
- Carbohydrates: 15
- Fiber: 4
- Protein: 4
- Cholesterol: 0