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Spiced-Up Hummus

Spiced-Up Hummus

The ginger, cumin, and cilantro in this recipe are anti-inflammatory, and the chickpeas are full of fiber. Toasted whole-grain pita is great for scooping up hummus.

Body+Soul, December/January 2007 http://www.marthastewart.com/133236/spiced-hummus
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  • Prep Time 15 minutes
  • Total Time 15 minutes
  • Yield Makes 3 cups

Ingredients

    • 15 (1 can) ounces chickpeas, drained, reserving 1/4 cup of the liquid
    • 1/4 cup tahini (sesame paste)
    • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
    • 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
    • 1 garlic clove, crushed
    • 1/4 teaspoon ground star anise (optional)
    • 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
    • 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
    • 1/4 cup cilantro leaves, finely chopped, plus whole leaves for garnish (optional)
    • 1 plum tomato, peeled, seeded, and very finely chopped
    • 2 scallions, very thinly sliced
    • Coarse salt and ground pepper

Directions

  1. In a food processor combine beans and reserved bean liquid, tahini, lemon juice, 1 tablespoon oil, garlic, star anise (if using), ginger, and cumin; puree until smooth.
  2. Transfer to a serving bowl and stir in cilantro, tomato, and scallions; season with salt and pepper. Drizzle remaining 2 tablespoons oil over the top of the hummus. Before serving, garnish with cilantro leaves if desired.

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