Roasted Red Pepper and Walnut Hummus

Name: Roasted Red Pepper and Walnut Hummus
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Ingredients: 2 cloves garlic; 1/2 cup California walnuts; 1/2 cup roasted red peppers; 1/4 cup tahini; 3 tablespoons lemon juice; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 2 tablespoons water; 1 teaspoon paprika; 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon cayenne; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1 (15.5-oz.) can garbanzo beans, rinsed and drained.; Cut fresh vegetables, pita bread or chips

Total Time

20 Mins

Serves

Serving Size

1/4 cup

Meal

Snack

Description

Classic hummus gets a flavor updo with the addition of California walnuts and roasted red peppers. Add a drizzle of olive oil and a sprinkle of chopped fresh parsley or paprika to the finished dish for a pretty presentation.

Ingredients

2 cloves garlic
1/2 cup California walnuts
1/2 cup roasted red peppers
1/4 cup tahini
3 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 tablespoons water
1 teaspoon paprika
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon cayenne
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 (15.5-oz.) can garbanzo beans, rinsed and drained.
Cut fresh vegetables, pita bread or chips

PREPARATION

Place garlic in the food processor with the motor running to chop.
Add walnuts, red peppers, tahini, lemon juice, oil, water, paprika, cayenne, salt and garbanzo beans and process until very smooth. Season with salt.
Serve with cut vegetables and pita bread or pita chips.
Recipe tip: For a smokey flavor, use smoked paprika.

NUTRITION

Calories: 120 cal
Total Fat: 9 g
Saturated Fat: 1 g
Polyunsaturated Fat: 4.18 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 2.79 g
Cholesterol: 0 mg
Sodium: 180 mg
Carbohydrates: 9 g
Dietary Fiber: less than 3 g
Total Sugars: 2 g
Protein: 4 g
Vitamin D: 0 mcg
Calcium: 50 mg
Iron: 1 mg
Potassium: 90 mg