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Cucumber Slices with Chickpea Puree and Thyme

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Cucumber Slices with Chickpea Puree and Thyme

The folate in the chickpeas produces dopamine, a neurotransmitter linked to pleasure. The vitamin C in the red peppers helps counteract the damage brought about by the stress hormone cortisol.

Prep: 10 minutes
Total: 10 minutes

Ingredients

Serves 6

1 can (15 ounces) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves, plus more for garnish
1 small garlic clove
1 tablespoon olive oil
Coarse salt and ground pepper
1 English cucumber, sliced
1/4 cup jarred roasted red peppers, cut into small strips

Directions

In a food processor, combine chickpeas, lemon juice, thyme, garlic, oil, and 1/4 cup water; process until smooth. Season with salt and pepper and process until combined.
Dividing evenly, dollop chickpea puree onto cucumber slices, top with a roasted red pepper strip and thyme leaves. Serve immediately.

From Body+Soul