A New Take on Hummus

Hummus is an awesome, healthy go-to snack that is surprisingly easy to make and always great to have on hand.  The protein and fiber from the beans keep you sustained and satisfied for a good amount of time and the nutritient to calorie ratio is very high.  Sometimes, however, roasted red pepper or garlic hummus can get a bit boring.  We also need to expand our views of hummus to go beyond chickpeas.  In this light, I give you an exotic hummus substitute, CURRIED WHITE BEAN DIP.  This dip is thick and hearty like hummus but features white beans instead of garbanzo beans and packs a powerful curry punch.  I had this dip with a sliced cucumber for lunch today and it kept me full for hours, not to mention how delicious it is!

 

Curried White Bean Dip (Based on recipe from Foodnetwork.com)

15 ounces white beans (drained)

1 packed cup fresh parsley, roughly chopped  (I used dried parsley and it worked out fine–use 1/2 cup if using dried)

1/4-1/2 cup olive oil (Start with 1/4 cup and add more as needed when processing)

1 Tbsp fresh lemon juice

1 clove garlic (peeled and roughly chopped)

2 tsp curry powder

1 1/2 tsp ground cumin

1 tsp sea salt

1/8 tsp ground cayenne pepper

Zest of 1/2 lemon

 

1. Combine all ingredients in a food processor and process until smooth.  Season with salt as needed.  Enjoy with fresh veggies, or multigrain chips.

 

Be well!