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Low-Fat Spiced Hummus

Low-Fat Spiced Hummus

Ingredients
 

  • 2 cups cooked (or 1 can) of chickpeas
  • juice of 1 large lemon
  • 1 teaspoon tahini (sesame butter)
  • 1 teaspoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder (optional)
  • salt
  • pepper
  • 1 cup water
 
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Preparation
 


Blend chickpeas with lemon juice and half cup of
water. When all the peas are crushed, add in the
spices and tahini. Blend more so everything is
well-mixed. Add in more water to desired
consistency. Salt to your desired taste. Just
before serving, drizzle a little bit more olive
oil and sprinkle fresh ground pepper.


 

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