Hummus

Try making this simple six-ingredient hummus once, and you might never go back to buying supermarket hummus again.

The optional sprinkle of paprika adds a nice bit of color and a subtle pepper taste.

This recipe was developed by Kate Sherwood, The Healthy Cook. Have a comment, question, or idea? Email Kate at healthycook@cspinet.org.

Makes: 1 cup (16 Tbs.)

Ingredients

• 1 cup no-salt-added chickpeas
• 2 Tbs. fresh lemon juice
• 1 Tbs. extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 Tbs. tahini
• 1 minced clove garlic
• ¼ tsp. kosher salt
• a sprinkle of paprika (optional)

Instructions

1. Combine all ingredients in a food processor and process until smooth.
2. Add the paprika (if using).

Nutrition Information

Per serving (2 Tbs.):

• Calories: 60
• Total fat: 3 g
• Sat fat: 0 g
• Carbs: 6 g
• Fiber: 1 g
• Total sugar: 0 g
• Added sugar: 0 g
• Protein: 2 g
• Sodium: 70 mg