Monday, June 16, 2014

[Healthy_Recipes_For_Diabetic_Friends] Homemade Hummus - 6g Carbs, 5g Fiber

 

Homemade Hummus - 6g Carbs, 5g Fiber

From: preventcancer.aicr.org - American Institute for Cancer Research

Try something new this year and make your own hummus. Made from five simple ingredients, its name in Arabic literally translates to "chickpeas." These cream-colored beans are full of protein and rich in fiber. Tahini is ground sesame seed paste that adds creaminess and a distinctive nutty flavor. Hummus can be served with pita bread or used as a dip for raw veggies like carrots, celery and bell pepper slices.

  >> Hummus
2 (15 oz cans) no-salt-added chickpeas, drained, liquid reserved
5 garlic cloves, minced
1/3 cup tahini
5 Tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
2 Tbsp reserved chickpea liquid
1 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
Salt, to taste
Paprika or parsley sprigs for garnish, optional

Place all ingredients except salt and optional garnish in food processor. Process until mixture is coarsely puréed. Add salt to taste. Serve at room temperature or chilled. Garnish with a dash of paprika or parsley sprigs.

Servings: 10
Serving Size: 1/4 cup
Nutrition per Serving: 144 Calories, 7g Total Fat, 1g Saturated Fat, 6g Protein, 16g Carbs, 5g Dietary Fiber, 13mg Sodium


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