Spicy Hummus


4.3 of 5 (23)
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Nutritional Info
  • Servings Per Recipe: 4
  • Amount Per Serving
  • Calories: 226.8
  • Total Fat: 6.2 g
  • Cholesterol: 0.0 mg
  • Sodium: 452.1 mg
  • Total Carbs: 36.3 g
  • Dietary Fiber: 8.3 g
  • Protein: 8.8 g

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Introduction

A flavorful version of a classic middle eastern dip. Try serving in a whole wheat pita with sprouts and tomatoes for a nutritious meal. A flavorful version of a classic middle eastern dip. Try serving in a whole wheat pita with sprouts and tomatoes for a nutritious meal.
Number of Servings: 4

Ingredients

    Juice from 1/2 a lemon
    1-19oz can of chickpeas (540mL)
    2 tbsp tahini
    1 tbsp curry powder
    1 tbsp chili powder
    1 tsp oregano
    1/4 cup water (optional)

Directions

In a bowl, mash chickpeas with the lemon juice. Blend in tahini. Add spices. Stir mixture until all ingredients are evenly mixed. If you want the hummus to be creamier, mix in the water.
Note: This recipe becomes incredibly easy if you have a food processor. Just add all ingredients and blend until smooth. This would also give you the option of using whole garlic cloves and fresh herbs.
Try experimenting with different spices!

Number of Servings: 4

Recipe submitted by SparkPeople user HEGGSABEE.

Member Ratings For This Recipe


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    Very Good
    4 of 4 people found this review helpful
    This is a VERY LOW CALORIE hummus, as it contains no olive oil. The serving size here is HUGE, much larger than the standard 2 tbs serving size of store bought brands (for those complaining that 220 calories is a lot). - 3/29/08


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    Incredible!
    3 of 3 people found this review helpful
    Loved it! I was getting tired of the same old hummus. I added some cumin and some garlic. great in a wrap with fresh spinach :) Even my 3 year old liked it (first time I have ever gotten him to try hummus!) - 3/30/08


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    Very Good
    3 of 3 people found this review helpful
    This is great. Better and less expensive than the store brands - 3/29/08


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    Incredible!
    3 of 3 people found this review helpful
    Wow! Simple and taste Great ! ! ! - 3/29/08


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    Very Good
    2 of 2 people found this review helpful
    Loved it. Even my picky husband loved it! - 4/19/10