GARBANZO-STUFFED MINI PEPPERS

Garbanzo-Stuffed Mini Peppers image

Mini peppers are so colorful and are the perfect size for a two-bite appetizer. They have all the crunch of pita chips but without the extra calories. -Christine Hanover, Lewiston, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 20m

Yield 32 appetizers.

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1 teaspoon cumin seeds
1 can (15 ounces) garbanzo beans or chickpeas, rinsed and drained
1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves
3 tablespoons water
3 tablespoons cider vinegar
1/4 teaspoon salt
16 miniature sweet peppers, halved lengthwise
Additional fresh cilantro leaves

Steps:

In a dry small skillet, toast cumin seeds over medium heat until aromatic, 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently. Transfer to a food processor. Add garbanzo beans, cilantro, water, vinegar and salt; pulse until blended., Spoon into pepper halves. Top with additional cilantro. Refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 15 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 36mg sodium, Carbohydrate 3g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.