Recipes

Curried Hummus

Name: Curried Hummus
Ingredients: 2 (15.5 ounce) cans chick peas (garbanzo beans), rinsed and drained; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 3 garlic cloves, crushed; 4 teaspoons curry powder; 6 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; 0.5 cup water; Salt, to taste; Hot sauce, to taste

4.2

(181)

148 Reviews

11 Photos

Chick peas have a very low glycemic index, which means they create steady blood sugar and are especially healthful for diabetics. Curry powder contains curcumin, an antioxidant believed to be anti-inflammatory and anti-cancer.

Recipe by USA WEEKEND columnist Jean Carper

Updated on October 7, 2022

11

Servings:

16

Yield:

2 cups

Jump to Nutrition Facts

Ingredients

2 (15.5 ounce) cans chick peas (garbanzo beans), rinsed and drained
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 garlic cloves, crushed
4 teaspoons curry powder
6 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
½ cup water
Salt, to taste
Hot sauce, to taste

Directions

Put all ingredients in a food processor and blend until smooth. Serve (drizzled with olive oil, if desired) with pita chips.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

84	Calories
2g	Fat
13g	Carbs
3g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 16
Calories 84
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 2g	3%
Saturated Fat 0g	2%
Sodium 167mg	7%
Total Carbohydrate 13g	5%
Dietary Fiber 3g	9%
Total Sugars 0g
Protein 3g
Vitamin C 5mg	25%
Calcium 21mg	2%
Iron 1mg	5%
Potassium 112mg	2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.