Roasted Red Pepper and Walnut Hummus

By California Walnuts
Total Time
20 Mins
Serves
10
Serving Size
1/4 cup
Meal
Snack
Course
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.

Prep Time
10 Mins
Cook Time
10 Mins
Total Time
20 Mins
Calories
120
Total Fat
9
Saturated Fat
1
Polyunsaturated Fat
4.18
Monounsaturated Fat
2.79
Cholesterol
0
Sodium
180
Carbohydrates
9
Dietary Fiber
less than 3
Total Sugars
2
Protein
4
Vitamin D
0
Calcium
50
Iron
1
Potassium
90

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

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