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Lemon Spinach Hummus

Lemon Spinach Hummus includes everything you love about hummus with the addition of spinach to create this snack packed with green goodness. Serve with homemade baked seasoned pita chips!
Course Appetizer, Dip
Cuisine Mediterranean
Prep Time 8 minutes
Total Time 8 minutes
Servings 8 servings
Calories 166kcal
Author Ashley C.

Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup tahini
  • 3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 3 ounces spinach
  • 1 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
  • 1 garlic clove minced
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 15 ounce can chickpeas (garbanzo beans) drained and rinsed
  • olive oil and fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

  • In a food processor, whip together the tahini and lemon juice until smooth and creamy. Add the spinach, parsley, garlic, olive oil and salt. Process for one minute, scraping down the sides of the bowl as necessary. Add half of the chickpeas and process for one minute. Scrape down the sides of the bowl, add the remaining chickpeas and process until smooth, about one to two additional minutes.
  • Transfer the hummus to a bowl for serving. Drizzle extra olive oil on top and sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley, as desired. Serve immediately or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.

Nutrition

Serving: 0g | Calories: 166kcal | Carbohydrates: 17g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 0mg | Sodium: 160mg | Potassium: 254mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 1055IU | Vitamin C: 6.9mg | Calcium: 47mg | Iron: 2.2mg