During this holiday season filled with parties and plenty of food, why not try a healthy and delicious recipe for your next occasion? This hummus recipe is not only tasty but versatile and can be served with anything from crispy bread bites, pita bread, vegetables or gluten-free crackers. Celebrate in style today!

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Spicy Red Pepper Hummus

Served With Crunchy Crudite

Recipe by Denise Pickett-Bernard PhD, RDN, LDN

 

Ingredients

16 ounces chickpeas (1 can drained and rinsed)

6 ounces roasted red bell peppers

l jalapeno, seeded, diced

l T chopped garlic

3 T chopped cilantro leaves

l t paprika

3 T chopped onion

l t freshly cracked black pepper

l T ground chipotle pepper

1/4 C extra-virgin olive oil

Raw vegetables for dipping

 

Directions

Mix all ingredients, except olive oil and vegetables, in food processor until pureed. Then, slowly add in olive oil. This can be served immediately or stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for a few days. Serve with fresh vegetables for dipping.

 

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