Thursday, March 1, 2012

[Healthy_Recipes_For_Diabetic_Friends] Spinach Hummus - 35.1g Carbs, 10g Fiber, 5.9g Sugar

 

Spinach Hummus - 35.1g Carbs, 10g Fiber, 5.9g Sugar

From: Saad Fayed, www.mideastfood.about.com Guide

Spinach hummus is a delicious variation of Traditional Middle Eastern hummus. This recipe for spinach hummus is super easy and is sure to be a crowd pleaser!
Prep Time: 10 min
Total Time: 10 min
Servings: 8

1 (15 oz can) garbanzo beans/chickpeas, drained
1/2 cup fresh spinach, chopped
1/4cup tahini
2 Tbsp garlic
3 Tbsp lemon juice
2 Tbsp olive oil
1/4 tsp kosher salt

In a food processor, process beans, garlic, spinach and olive oil. Add lemon and salt and blend. If spinach hummus is too thick, add 1 tablespoon water until desired consistency. Hummus should be smooth and creamy.

Spinach hummus can be made up to two days in advance. Store in airtight container in the refrigerator. It can be served hot or cold. Serve with pita bread, pita chips, or fresh veggie

Nutrition From: www.caloriecount.about.com
Servings: 8
Serving Size: 74 g (74 g = 2.61 oz // 2.61 fl oz = 5.22 Tbsp)
Nutrition per Serving:
273 Calories, 96 Calories from Fat, 10.6g Total Fat, 1.4g Saturated Fat, 0mg Cholesterol, 97mg Sodium, 35.1g Total Carbs, 10g Dietary Fiber, 5.9g Sugars, 11.7g Protein
Vitamin A 4% - Vitamin C 10% - Calcium 9% - Iron 23%
Nutrition Grade: A

Good points:
No cholesterol
Low in sodium
High in dietary fiber
High in manganese

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