Lentil Hummus Recipe

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Lentil Hummus
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Directions:

  1. In a large saucepan bring 2 quarts water with salt to a boil and simmer lentils about 15 minutes, or until al dente. In a colander drain lentils and rinse under cold water, draining well. Transfer lentils to a bowl and chill 20 minutes.
  2. In a food processor pureé lentils, tahini, garlic paste, lemon juice, and 1/2 cup water until smooth. With motor running add oil in a stream, adding up to 1/4 cup remaining water if mixture is too thick. Season hummus with salt and pepper.
  3. Hummus may be made one day ahead and chilled, its surface covered with plastic wrap. Bring hummus to room temperature before serving. Serve with pita toasts.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 265.2 Kcal (1110 kJ)
Calories from fat 165.96 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 18.44g 28%
Sodium 1401.69mg 58%
Potassium 303.22mg 6%
Total Carbs 18.39g 6%
Sugars 0.86g 3%
Dietary Fiber 8.07g 32%
Protein 8.37g 17%
Vitamin C 6.7mg 11%
Iron 2.4mg 13%
Calcium 35.4mg 4%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 363.58 Kcal (1522 kJ)
Calories from fat 227.52 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 25.28g 28%
Sodium 1921.69mg 58%
Potassium 415.71mg 6%
Total Carbs 25.21g 6%
Sugars 1.18g 3%
Dietary Fiber 11.06g 32%
Protein 11.47g 17%
Vitamin C 9.1mg 11%
Iron 3.3mg 13%
Calcium 48.6mg 4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Weightwatchers Points

  • 6
    Points
  • 7
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • saturated fat free,
  • cholesterol free,
  • high fiber

Bad Points

  • High in Sodium

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