SPINACH-ARTICHOKE HUMMUS

Spinach-Artichoke Hummus image

Yield Serves 8; 1/4 cup per serving

Number Of Ingredients 10

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2 ounces spinach (about 2 cups)
1 cup canned no-salt-added chickpeas, rinsed and drained
4 medium canned artichoke hearts, rinsed, squeezed dry, and quartered
1/4 cup Chicken Broth (page 50) or commercial fat-free, low-sodium chicken broth
2 tablespoons shredded or grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons tahini
1 to 2 medium garlic cloves, minced
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

In a food processor or blender, process all the ingredients until the desired consistency. Serve at room temperature or cover and refrigerate until needed.
Cook's Tip on Tahini
Tahini is a thick paste made from ground sesame seeds. Add small amounts to enhance salad dressings, marinades, soups, stuffings, and other dips and spreads. Look for tahini in the condiment or ethnic sections in the grocery store.
Nutrition Information
(Per serving)
Calories: 101
Total fat: 3.5g
Saturated: 0.5g
Trans: 0.0g
Polyunsaturated: 1.5g
Monounsaturated: 1.5g
Cholesterol: 1mg
Sodium: 89mg
Carbohydrates: 13g
Fiber: 4g
Sugars: 2g
Protein: 5g
Calcium: 40mg
Potassium: 188mg
Dietary Exchanges
1 starch
1/2 lean meat