classic hummus

Makes 4 servings

SERVING SIZE: ⅓ cup

PER SERVING: Calories 170; Total Fat 10 g (Sat Fat 1.5 g, Mono Fat 5 g, Poly Fat 3 g); Protein 7 g; Carb 16 g; Fiber 5 g; Cholesterol 0 mg; Sodium 430 mg; Total Sugar 3 g (Added Sugar 0 g)

EXCELLENT SOURCE OF: fiber, manganese, vitamin B6

GOOD SOURCE OF: copper, phosphorous, protein, thiamine

1 small garlic clove, minced

½ teaspoon salt

1 (15-ounce) can low-sodium chickpeas, drained and rinsed

2 tablespoons tahini

1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice

1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil

1. Using the broad side of a knife blade, mash together the garlic and salt to form a paste. Place the garlic paste in a food processor. Add the chickpeas to the food processor along with the tahini, lemon juice, olive oil, and 3 tablespoons of water and process until smooth. The hummus will keep in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.