(1 cup each)
Add a twist to traditional hummus, usually made with only garbanzo beans, by using black beans. Try it at your next fiesta.
1 (15-ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
1 (15-ounce) can garbanzo beans, rinsed and drained
1/2 cup water or bean liquid
3 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons olive oil or vegetable
1 teaspoon sesame oil
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
Salt and pepper to taste
2 cloves finely chopped garlic
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Pita bread or raw vegetables, if desired
Place all ingredients except parsley and pita bread in blender. Cover and blend on medium speed until smooth. Place in serving bowl. Sprinkle with parsley. Cover and refrigerate about 2 hours or until chilled. Serve with pita bread.
1 tablespoon: Calories 25 (Calories from Fat 9); Fat 1g (Saturated 0g); Cholesterol 0mg; Sodium 50mg; Carbohydrate 4g (Dietary Fiber 1g); Protein 1g.
From "Betty Crocker's Best of Healthy & Hearty Cooking." Text Copyright 1998 General Mills, Inc. Used with permission of the publisher, Wiley Publishing, Inc. All Rights Reserved.