Basic Hummus

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This basic recipe for hummus is quick and easy, and it tastes great with pita bread or veggies.

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Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
5 mins
Total Time:
20 mins
Servings:
12
Yield:
1 1/2 cups

Ingredients

  • 2 cloves garlic, peeled and crushed

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

  • 1 (15 ounce) can garbanzo beans, drained, liquid reserved

  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds

  • salt and pepper to taste

Directions

  1. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, cook and stir the garlic in olive oil for approximately 3 minutes, until tender.

  2. Place garbanzo beans in a blender or food processor with approximately 1 teaspoon reserved liquid. Process until smooth. Mix in the garlic, sesame seeds, salt and pepper. Blend to desired consistency, increasing the amount of reserved garbanzo bean liquid as desired. Chill in the refrigerator until serving.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

53 Calories
3g Fat
6g Carbs
1g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 12
Calories 53
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 3g 4%
Saturated Fat 0g 2%
Sodium 70mg 3%
Total Carbohydrate 6g 2%
Dietary Fiber 1g 4%
Protein 1g 3%
Vitamin C 1mg 1%
Calcium 16mg 1%
Iron 0mg 2%
Potassium 46mg 1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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