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Ultra Creamy Jalapeño Cilantro Hummus
Jalapeño Cilantro Hummus is irresistibly creamy, vibrant, and perfectly spiced. Pair this healthy, flavorful snack with fresh veggies or pita chips!
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings: 6 Servings
Calories: 215 kcal
Course:
Appetizer , Snacks
Cuisine:
American
Ingredients
- 1 15 oz can garbanzo beans rinsed and drained or 1 ½ cups cooked chickpeas
- ½ teaspoon baking soda if using canned chickpeas
- 1 clove garlic roughly chopped
- 2 limes squeezed
- ½ cup tahini paste
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons ice water
- ½ teaspoon cumin
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 large jalapenos seeded and cut into chunks
- 1 cup fresh cilantro
Instructions
- Place the chickpeas and baking soda in a saucepan. Cover with water by a few inches. Bring to a boil and simmer for 20 minutes or until the chickpeas have become soft and the skins are falling off. Once done place the chickpeas into a strainer and rinse well with cool water.
- Meanwhile place the garlic, lime juice, tahini, salt, water, cumin, jalapeños, and cilantro in a food process and blend scraping down the sides as needed.
- Add the overcooked chickpeas and olive oil and blend until smooth and creamy. Garnish with jalapeño slices and serve with your favorite veggies or crackers.
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Notes
- Storage: Keep in the fridge for up to 3-4 days. Freeze for up to 3 months.
- Tips:
- Wear gloves when working with jalapenos.
- Wash your cilantro thoroughly to remove any residue or sand.
- Cut back on the amount of jalapenos used or opt for jalapenos with smooth skin to make the spice more mild.
Nutrition Information
Calories
215kcal
(11%)
Carbohydrates
17g
(6%)
Protein
8g
(16%)
Fat
15g
(23%)
Saturated Fat
2g
(10%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
6g
Monounsaturated Fat
6g
Sodium
505mg
(21%)
Potassium
248mg
(7%)
Fiber
5g
(20%)
Sugar
0.5g
(1%)
Vitamin A
237IU
(5%)
Vitamin C
9mg
(10%)
Calcium
67mg
(7%)
Iron
2mg
(11%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6Servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 215
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 215kcal | 11% |
| Carbohydrates | 17g | 6% |
| Protein | 8g | 16% |
| Fat | 15g | 23% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6g | 35% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Sodium | 505mg | 21% |
| Potassium | 248mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 5g | 20% |
| Sugar | 0.5g | 1% |
| Vitamin A | 237IU | 5% |
| Vitamin C | 9mg | 10% |
| Calcium | 67mg | 7% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.