CUCUMBER SLICES WITH CHICKPEA PUREE AND THYME

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Cucumber Slices with Chickpea Puree and Thyme image

You don't need a lot of oil to make a delicious, smooth puree. Lemon, thyme, and garlic pump up the flavor without adding fat.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Appetizers

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 can (15 ounces) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves, plus more for garnish
1 small garlic clove
1 tablespoon olive oil
Coarse salt and ground pepper
1 English cucumber, sliced
1/4 cup jarred roasted red peppers, cut into small strips

Steps:

  • In a food processor, combine chickpeas, lemon juice, thyme, garlic, oil, and 1/4 cup water; process until smooth. Season with salt and pepper and process until combined.
  • Dividing evenly, dollop chickpea puree onto cucumber slices, top with a roasted red pepper strip and thyme leaves. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 155 g, Fat 11 g, Fiber 5 g, Protein 5 g

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