Best 2 Healthy Holiday Hummus Recipes

As the holiday season approaches, many people find themselves searching for healthier alternatives to traditional holiday dishes. Hummus, a classic Middle Eastern dip or spread made from chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, and garlic, can be a great option for those looking to indulge in a flavorful and nutritious appetizer or snack. With its creamy texture, tangy flavor, and versatility as a dip for vegetables, crackers, or pita bread, hummus can be a crowd-pleaser at any holiday gathering. This article will explore some of the best recipes for healthy holiday hummus, using fresh and wholesome ingredients that are easily accessible during the holiday season.

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HEART HEALTHY HUMMUS

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This easy to make and delicious recipe can be used as a dip, a filling for celery sticks, a yummy pita sandwich- and so much more!

Provided by That Napa Chicken R

Categories Spreads

Time 5m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

3/4 cup olive oil
3 tablespoons lemon juice
2 (15 ounce) cans garbanzo beans (chickpeas)
2 minced garlic cloves (roast the garlic first for best flavor*)
1/2 teaspoon salt

Steps:

In a food processor, combine the oil, lemon juice, beans, garlic and salt; cover and process until smooth.
Transfer to a small bowl.
Serve with pita wedges if desired.
Easy roasted garlic: Take 4 large cloves of garlic and place onto a medium hot griddle. Cook, turning them every few minutes until soft- be careful and don't burn them!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 410.8, Fat 28.6, SaturatedFat 3.9, Sodium 618.4, Carbohydrate 33, Fiber 6.3, Sugar 0.2, Protein 7.1

HEALTHY HOLIDAY HUMMUS

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Make and share this Healthy Holiday Hummus recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Areli V.

Categories Sauces

Time 25m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

2 1/2 cups cooked garbanzo beans
1 cup ragu chunky tomato garlic and onion
1/2 cup feta cheese
3 tablespoons fresh cilantro (chopped)
1 tablespoon canola oil
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 lime (juice)
2 cups tortilla chips
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper (optional)

Steps:

Place 2 cups garbanzo beans in a food processor. Press for 30 seconds, add olive oil, lime juice, salt. Continue pressing until smooth hummus consistency.
Heat a skillet and add Ragu sauce until warm. Place on a bowl. Using the same skillet, add canola oil and rest of whole garbanzo beans and heat until crisp.
Assemble the hummus by placing garbanzo dip first, Ragu sauce, crispy garbanzo beans on top. Sprinkle cilantro, lime, feta cheese, salt and pepper. Serve with tortilla chips.

Tips:

To make the hummus extra smooth, use a high-powered blender or food processor.
If you don't have tahini, you can use a mixture of peanut butter and olive oil.
For a spicier hummus, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or chili powder.
If you want a more garlicky hummus, add an extra clove or two of garlic.
To make the hummus more festive, garnish it with a drizzle of olive oil, a sprinkle of paprika, and a few chopped herbs.

Conclusion:

These healthy holiday hummus recipes are a delicious and easy way to add some extra nutrition to your holiday table. They're also a great way to use up leftover vegetables. So next time you're looking for a healthy and festive appetizer, give one of these recipes a try.