Hacked and Healthier 'Hummus'. I love hummus on its own, but I also love that I can use it as an ingredient in many recipes. It's a great hack because it cuts down on the number of ingredients needed plus it adds a healthy amount of protein and fiber. Scroll down for the hummus recipes!
Which Is Healthier: Hummus Or Guacamole?
While high in calories, these spreads are both relatively healthy options that please a crowd.
In this week's Healthy Hacks we show you how to make the holy grail of dips.
You can cook Hacked and Healthier 'Hummus' using 8 ingredients and 5 steps. Here is how you achieve it.
Ingredients of Hacked and Healthier 'Hummus'
- You need 1 of medium zucchini.
- Prepare 1/4 cup of Powdered Peanut Butter (PBfit...etc).
- It's 2 Clove of garlic chopped.
- You need 1 tsp of Cumin.
- Prepare 1/4 cup of lemon juice.
- You need 1/2 tsp of sea salt.
- You need 1/4 tsp of black pepper.
- Prepare of (Optional) 1 Tablespoon olive oil.
Dolloped on a wrap, spread on crackers or served with carrot sticks - hummus is a a beloved and bloody versatile dip. Not to mention healthy, with plenty of fibre and protein in every delicious bite. "I like to add hummus to tomato sauce to create a creamy texture, like a penne alla vodka. Trust me—it's just as delicious; but without the cream and vodka, it has fewer calories Free Membership. Get nutrition guidance, wellness advice, and healthy inspiration straight to your inbox from Health.
Hacked and Healthier 'Hummus' step by step
- Chop and pat dry the zucchini.
- Combine the ingredients in a food processor/blender and blend until smooth..
- Place in refrigerator for at least 30 min to let it thicken..
- Nutritional comparison is one third of typical hummus.
- Note: cauliflower that has been boiled until tender, squeezed and then blendered will make a even better hummus. I'd recommend doubling the above recipe for a typical 1 lb bag of cauliflower.
Taken off a website, don't have the reference. An excellent hummus, the only one I make anymore. You really need a blender or food processor to get the consistency right. You can spread the creamy dip on crackers, dunk fresh-cut veggies in it, spread it on toast, and more. But beware of store-bought brands that can be filled with preservatives and other less-than-desirable ingredients.