This is a great high protein snack or appetizer. Add other elements such as artichoke hearts, olives or mixed veggies to create diverse variations of this recipe.
The options are endless!
Ingredients
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 (15 ounce) can garbanzo beans, drained
- 1/3 cup tahini
- 1/3 cup lemon juice
- 1/2 cup roasted red peppers (suggestion: cook ahead of time or use organic jarred peppers in water)
- 1/4 teaspoon dried basil
- ¼ teaspoon olive or canola oil
Directions
- In an electric food processor (or blender), combine garlic, garbanzo beans, tahini, and lemon juice.
- Process until the mixture is smooth. Add roasted peppers, oil and basil; process until the peppers are finely chopped. Season with salt and pepper.
- Remove mixture, cover and chill until you are ready to serve. Serve with a garnish of cilantro or minced garlic and organic tortilla or pita chips. Great snak or app!
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Nutrition Facts
Amount Per Serving | %DV |
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Serving Size 84g | |
Recipe makes 8 servings | |
Calories 133 | |
Calories from Fat 52 | 39% |
Total Fat 6.18g | 8% |
Saturated Fat 0.85g | 3% |
Trans Fat 0.0g | |
Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
Sodium 180mg | 8% |
Potassium 168mg | 5% |
Total Carbs 16.3g | 4% |
Dietary Fiber 3.6g | 12% |
Sugars 0.48g | 0% |
Protein 4.63g | 7% |
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