PUMPKIN SEED HUMMUS
PUMPKIN SEEDS NUTRITION FACTS: Pumpkin seeds contain many antioxidants, iron, zinc, magnesium, and several other nutrients and plant compounds. There are many ways to incorporate them into your diet:
As a snack, raw or cooked, salted or unsalted.
They can be added to granola, Greek yogurt, and smoothies.
Also, they can be added to any meal, including soups, salads, and baked goods.
RATING
SERVES
4
PREP TIME
15 min
RECIPES
Ingredients
- 1 15- oz. can chickpeas plus more for garnish
- 1 cup pumpkin puree or roasted pumpkin
- 1 pinch chili powder
- 1 pinch smoked paprika
- 1 Tbsp extra virgin Greek olive oil plus more for garnish
- 2 Tbsp tahini
- 2 Tbsp lemon juice
- 2 Tbsp pumpkin seeds for garnish
- Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
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Rinse and drain the canned chickpeas.
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Place all ingredients in a food processor and process until smooth and creamy. Add a dash of water if the hummus is too thick, and adjust seasonings to your preference.
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Once it's ready, spread it in a bowl and garnish with olive oil, chickpeas, and pumpkin seeds.
