Tuesday, April 26, 2011

Hummus - Non Traditional

This is from the Crazy Plates recipe books; its version is a bit lower in calories, fat, cholesterol and sodium.  It does have a different flavour but everyone seems to like it for a change.  The sour cream gives it a nice smoothness.
1 can chickpeas - 19 oz, drained and rinsed
1/4 cup light sour cream
2 tbsp tahini (sesame seed paste)
2 tsp minced garlic cloves
1 tsp grated lemon zest
1/2 tsp sesame oil
1/2 tsp kosher salt and granulated sugar
1/4 tsp ground cumin 
1/4 tsp ground coriander
drizzle of Extra Virgin Olive Oil 
fresh chopped parsley or chopped black olives for garnish
Place all ingredients in food processor or blender and whirl till smooth.  
Put into bowl and drizzle olive oil on top and garnish with parsley or olives. Serve with warmed pita wedges or crisp veggies.

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