Cumin Curried Hummus

The flavor of the hummus is similar to that of Indian lentil dal but is much easier to prepare. Serve with warm pita wedges.

Yield: 3 cups (serving size: 1/4 cup)

Ingredients

• 1  tablespoon  olive oil
• 3  garlic cloves, chopped
• 1  tablespoon  curry powder
• 1/2  teaspoon  cumin seeds
• 1/2  cup  water
• 3  tablespoons  fresh lemon juice
• 3/4  teaspoon  salt
• 2  (15 1/2-ounce) cans chickpeas (garbanzo beans), rinsed and drained

Preparation

Heat oil in a small skillet over medium heat. Add garlic; cook 30 seconds, stirring constantly. Add curry and cumin; cook 30 seconds or until fragrant, stirring constantly. Place garlic mixture, water, and remaining ingredients in a food processor; process until smooth.

Nutritional Information

Calories:

82 (29% from fat)

Fat:

2.6g (sat 0.2g,mono 1.4g,poly 1g)

Protein:

3g

Carbohydrate:

12.2g

Fiber:

3g

Cholesterol:

0.0mg

Iron:

1.2mg

Sodium:

254mg

Calcium:

27mg