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Homemade Hummus

Say so long to dips and chips. Instead, whip up a batch of this homemade hummus and serve with cucumbers, carrots and celery. It's the perfect mid-afternoon snack that won't derail your healthy eating efforts. 
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Course Healthy Appetizers
Cuisine Kid Pleasers
Servings 6 servings
Calories 722 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 15-ounce can garbanzo beans, drained and rinsed
  • 2 tablespoon(s) lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoon(s) tahini
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1/4 teaspoon(s) salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon(s) cayenne pepper
  • 1 tablespoon(s) olive oil
  • 4 tablespoon(s) warm water

Instructions
 

  • In a blender or food processor, add garbanzo beans, lemon juice, tahini, garlic, salt, and cayenne pepper and blend.
  • Add olive oil and continue to blend until smooth consistency or desired texture.
  • Add 3 tablespoons of water and continue to blend until desired smoothness.
  • You may need to add more water for desired thickness.
  • Place in a bowl with cover and chill.
  • Seve when ready with vegetables or crackers.

Nutrition

Calories: 722kcalCarbohydrates: 77.77gProtein: 26.58gFat: 37.11gSaturated Fat: 4.77gSodium: 1263.92mgFiber: 22.04gSugar: 12.65g
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