Hummus (no tahini)
Prep time: 5 minutes
Makes: 16 servings
Serving Size 2 Tablespoons
Ingredients
1 can (15 ounces) garbanzo beans, drained and rinsed
2 Tablespoons lemon juice (fresh or bottled)
2 teaspoons vegetable oil
1⁄2 cup nonfat plain yogurt
1 clove garlic, or 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1⁄4 teaspoon black pepper
1⁄2 teaspoon ground cumin
Directions
- Place all ingredients in a blender.
- Blend to desired consistency (more time for smooth dip, less for a chunky dip).
- If hummus seems too thick, add 2 teaspoons of water.
- Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours.
OR
- Spread garbanzo beans on a large plate. Mash well with a fork until they are as smooth as you like.
- Mix with other ingredients in a small bowl.
- If hummus seems too thick, add 2 teaspoons of water.
- Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours.
Notes
- Change the flavor by adding chili powder, chopped cilantro or parsley, or hot sauce.
- Serve with fresh vegetables or Food Hero Baked Tortilla Chips.
- Freeze exrta lemon juice to use later.
- Cook your own dry beans. One can (15 ounces) is about 1 1/2 to 1 3/4 cups drained beans.