From Good Housekeeping triple-tested at the Good Housekeeping Research Institute Middle Eastern dips, such as hummus, once seemed exotic, but now they’re familiar old friends. Tahini is readily available at health food stores and supermarkets. Recipe Reviews Other Versions Save this recipe Add ingredients to my shopping list Submit your version Nutritional Information Calories 28 Total Fat 2g Saturated Fat 0 Cholesterol 0 Sodium 54mg Total Carbohydrate 2g Dietary Fiber -- Sugars -- Protein 1g Calcium -- My Plate Inspired hummus is delicious FoodPix/JupterImages Yields: 2 cups Total Time: 15 min Prep Time: 15 min Ingredients U.S. Metric Conversion chart 4 clove(s) garlic cloves, peeled 1 large lemon 1 can(s) (15 to 19 ounces) garbanzo beans, rinsed and drained 2 tablespoon(s) tahini 3 tablespoon(s) olive oil 2 tablespoon(s) water 1/2 teaspoon(s) salt 1/8 teaspoon(s) ground red pepper, cayenne 1/2 teaspoon(s) paprika 2 tablespoon(s) chopped fresh cilantro (optional) Pita Bread Wedges Olives Directions In 1-quart saucepan, heat 2 cups water to boiling over high heat. Add garlic and Corrugated Display Manufacturer cook 3 minutes to blanch; drain. From lemon, grate 1 teaspoon peel and squeeze 3 tablespoons juice. In food processor with knife blade attached, combine beans, tahini, garlic, lemon peel and juice, oil, water, salt, and ground red pepper. Puree until smooth. Transfer to platter; cover and refrigerate up to 4 hours. To serve, sprinkle with paprika and cilantro, if using. Serve with pita bread wedges and olives.
