CANNELLINI BEAN HUMMUS

Cannellini Bean Hummus image

My version of hummus features a delightful nuttiness from tahini, a peanut butter-like paste made from ground sesame seeds. The beans pack a lot of protein so it's a healthy snack for kids. -Marina Castle Kelley, Canyon Country, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 5m

Yield 10 servings (1-1/4 cups).

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

2 garlic cloves, peeled
1 can (15 ounces) cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
1/4 cup tahini
3 tablespoons lemon juice
1-1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
Pita breads, cut into wedges
Assorted fresh vegetables

Steps:

Place garlic in a food processor; cover and process until minced. Add the beans, tahini, lemon juice, cumin, salt and pepper flakes; cover and process until smooth. , Transfer to a small bowl; stir in parsley. Refrigerate until serving. Serve with pita wedges and assorted fresh vegetables.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 78 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 114mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges