Chickpea Dip
A chickpea is a type of round bean that’s gold in color and has a mild, nutty flavor; also called a garbanzo bean. Drain and rinse before use. Chickpea is sometimes used to make Meatless Burgers.
Ingredients:
1 15-1/2-ounce can chickpeas, drained
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 tablespoons onions, chopped
1/2 teaspoon salt
Directions:
- Preheat oven to 450 degrees.
- Mash chickpeas in a small bowl until they are smooth.
- Add oil and lemon juice; stir to combine.
- Add chopped onions and salt.
- Serve on bread or crackers.
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Note: Garbanzo bean is another name for chickpea.
4 Servings, about 3 tablespoons each, plus 4 servings for another meal or snack
Per serving:
- Calories 90
- Total fat 4 grams
- Saturated trace
- Cholesterol 0 milligrams
- Sodium 148 milligrams
See also:
Macaroni Chick Pea Soup
Chickpea and Parsley Salad