Nice snack for those of us watching our waistline. Dip carrot sticks, or celery sticks and enjoy
By The Canadian Living Test Kitchen: --http://www.canadianliving.com
Nutritional Info | |
Per 1 tbsp (15 mL) : about | - |
cal | 37 |
pro | 1 g |
total fat | 3 g |
sat. fat | trace |
carb | 3 g |
fibre | 1 g |
chol | 0 mg |
sodium | 39 mg |
% RDI: | - |
calcium | 1% |
iron | 2% |
vit A | 10% |
vit C | 2% |
folate | 3% |
Roasting the carrots, shallots and garlic brings out their natural sweetness. If you prefer a looser dip, add a little more water. Keep it covered with plastic wrap until just before serving then give it a stir. Offer it with flatbread for dipping.
Ingredients
¼ cup (50ml) extra virgin olive oil)
1 cup (250 ml) drained and rinsed canned chickpeas
¼ cup (50ml) tahini paste
2 tbsp (25 ml) lemon juice
1 cup (250 ml) drained and rinsed canned chickpeas
¼ cup (50ml) tahini paste
2 tbsp (25 ml) lemon juice
¼ tsp (1ml) salt
Preparation:
On rimmed baking sheet, toss together carrots, shallots, garlic and 1 tbsp (15 mL) of the oil. Bake in 400°F (200°C) oven, stirring twice, for 35 to 40 minutes or until tender. Let cool. Squeeze garlic from skins.
In food processor, finely chop roasted vegetables. Add chickpeas, remaining oil, tahini paste, lemon juice and salt ; pulse until smooth. Add water, 1 tbsp (15 mL) at a time, until spreadable. (Make-ahead: Refrigerate in airtight container for up to 2 days.)
In food processor, finely chop roasted vegetables. Add chickpeas, remaining oil, tahini paste, lemon juice and salt ; pulse until smooth. Add water, 1 tbsp (15 mL) at a time, until spreadable. (Make-ahead: Refrigerate in airtight container for up to 2 days.)
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