SOUTHWEST HUMMUS DIP

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Not your ordinary hummus, this dip is a combination of two things I love-chick peas and Southwestern flavors. You can substitute 3/4 cup frozen corn, thawed, for the grilled corn. -Cheray Buckalew, Cumberland, Maryland

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 35m

Yield 2 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1 medium ear sweet corn, husk removed
1 can (15 ounces) garbanzo beans or chickpeas, rinsed and drained
2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup chopped roasted sweet red peppers
1/4 cup canned fire-roasted diced tomatoes
Baked pita chips or assorted fresh vegetables

Steps:

Grill corn, covered, over medium heat for 10-12 minutes or until tender, turning occasionally. Meanwhile, in a food processor, combine the beans, cilantro, cumin, chili powder, salt and pepper. Cover and process for 30 seconds or until blended. Transfer to a small bowl. Cover and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes., Cut corn from cob. Add the corn, red peppers and tomatoes to bean mixture; mix well. Serve with pita chips or vegetables.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 68 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 223mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges