Cauliflower Hummus
Ingredients
Directions
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In a covered medium saucepan cook cauliflower in a small amount of boiling water about 10 minutes or until tender; drain. Transfer cauliflower to a bowl of ice water until cool; drain.
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In a food processor combine cooked cauliflower, tahini, olive oil, 1 teaspoon of the lemon peel, the lemon juice, garlic, cumin, and salt. Cover and process until mixture is smooth. Add the cilantro and process for 5 seconds. Transfer hummus to a serving bowl. Cover and chill for at least 2 hours or up to 8 hours.
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Just before serving, in a small bowl stir together the remaining 1 teaspoon lemon peel, and the crushed red pepper. Sprinkle lemon peel mixture and additional cilantro over hummus. Serve with flatbread, crackers, and/or vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
Per Serving:
52 calories; 3 g total fat; 0 g saturated fat; 1 g polyunsaturated fat; 2 g monounsaturated fat; 0 mg cholesterol; 107 mg sodium. 142 mg potassium; 5 g carbohydrates; 1 g fiber; 1 g sugar; 1 g protein; 0 g trans fatty acid; 1335 IU vitamin a; 21 mg vitamin c; 0 mg thiamin; 0 mg riboflavin; 0 mg niacin equivalents; 0 mg vitamin b6; 20 mcg folate; 0 mcg vitamin b12; 16 mg calcium; 0 mg iron;