Spinach Hummus

Name: Spinach Hummus
Ingredients: 5 oz fresh spinach leaves; 1 (14 ounce can) chicpeas (garbanzo beans), drained; 2 tbsp lemon juice (juice of half a lemon); 2 to 3 garlic cloves; 2 to 3 tablespoons olive oil; 1 to 2 teaspoons ground pepper; 2 to 3 tablespoons tahini (ground sesame paste), available in the ethnic aisle of most grocery stores; 2 to 3 tablespoons turkish seasoning is what this calls for, but I use cumin, oregano, sweet paprika, & cilantro in even amounts mixed together to total 2 or 3 teaspoons full. Cayenne can also be added to this mix if desired.

8 ingredients

4 steps

Ingredients

5 oz fresh spinach leaves
1 (14 ounce can) chicpeas (garbanzo beans), drained
2 tbsp lemon juice (juice of half a lemon)
2 to 3 garlic cloves
2 to 3 tablespoons olive oil
1 to 2 teaspoons ground pepper
2 to 3 tablespoons tahini (ground sesame paste), available in the ethnic aisle of most grocery stores
2 to 3 tablespoons turkish seasoning is what this calls for, but I use cumin, oregano, sweet paprika, & cilantro in even amounts mixed together to total 2 or 3 teaspoons full. Cayenne can also be added to this mix if desired.

Directions

1

In a food processor or blender, combine the chicpeas, spinach, garlic, tahini, lemon juice, pepper and turkish seasoning and pulse to combine.
2

Add olive oil and continue to pulse until it reaches the consistency you like.
3

Serve with vegetables such as carrots or broccoli florets, crackers or pita crisps.
4

You can also use it as a sandwich spread and add sliced tomato, cheese and lettuce for a healthy sandwich.