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How to Make Keto Hummus without Chickpeas

Chickpeas are also called garbanzo beans. Are chickpeas keto-friendly, and how many carbs do they contain? In this post, we’ll explore whether you can eat chickpeas when you are following a keto diet, their carb content, and other details about chickpeas, including their nutrition facts, benefits, risks, and substitutes.

Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 142 kcal

Ingredients

  • 3 cups cauliflower florets
  • 3 whole garlic cloves
  • salt to taste
  • 5 tablespoons olive oil divided
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • 1 ½ tablespoons tahini paste
  • 3 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 2 crushed garlic cloves
  • optional smoked paprika

Instructions

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  1. Add cauliflower, garlic, salt, water, and 2 tablespoons of olive oil to a microwave-safe bowl. Cover with a lid, and microwave for 15 minutes.
  2. Add the cauliflower mixture to a food processor or blender and blend.
  3. Next, add the tahini, lemon juice, 2 crushed garlic cloves, salt, and the remaining olive oil. Blend until smooth.
  4. Taste the hummus and add seasoning as needed.
  5. Scoop the hummus into a bowl, and drizzle with olive oil and a dash of optional smoked paprika.

Nutrition Information

Calories 142kcal (7%) Carbohydrates 4g (1%) Net Carbohydrates 3g Protein 2g (4%) Fat 14g (22%) Saturated Fat 2g (10%) Polyunsaturated Fat 2g Monounsaturated Fat 9g Sodium 17mg (1%) Potassium 181mg (5%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 1g (2%) Vitamin A 3IU (0%) Vitamin C 28mg (31%) Calcium 20mg (2%) Iron 0.5mg (3%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 142

% Daily Value*

Calories 142kcal 7%
Carbohydrates 4g 1%
Net Carbohydrates 3g
Protein 2g 4%
Fat 14g 22%
Saturated Fat 2g 10%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2g 12%
Monounsaturated Fat 9g 45%
Sodium 17mg 1%
Potassium 181mg 4%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 1g 2%
Vitamin A 3IU 0%
Vitamin C 28mg 31%
Calcium 20mg 2%
Iron 0.5mg 3%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.