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Garlic Roasted Hummus
Garlic is an excellent source of manganese, and a very good source of vitamin B6 and vitamin C. In addition, garlic is a good source of protein and thiamin (vitamin B1) as well as the minerals phosphorous, selenium, calcium, potassium, iron and copper. National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) Level III-3 evidence shows that consuming a half to one clove of garlic daily may have a cholesterol-lowering effect of up to 9%.
Ingredients:
Serves 6
Prep Time: 45 minutes
- 1 head garlic
- 15 oz chickpeas, drained
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1/4 cup tahini
- 1/2 tsp ground cayenne pepper
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp ground pepper
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- parsley and paprika to taste
Directions:
Preheat oven to 375 F. Cut off top of garlic head so cloves are exposed, coat with olive oil and sprinkle with salt. Wrap in tinfool and bake for 45 minutes, or until cloves are soft. Let cool and squeeze out garlic cloves. Discard skins.
Add all ingredients to food processor and process until smooth, adding water or olive oil for desired consistency. Scoop into a bowl, drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle paprika and parsley on top to garnish.
Serve at room temperature with pita bread and fresh vegetables.
Bon appetit!
