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Thursday, October 8, 2015

[Healthy_Recipes_For_Diabetic_Friends] White Bean–Artichoke Hummus with Roasted Garlic - 2g Carbs, 1g Fiber, 0g Sugar

White Bean–Artichoke Hummus with Roasted Garlic - 2g Carbs, 1g Fiber, 0g Sugar

From: www.vegetariantimes.com - October 2015 p.50
This mellow spread gets a hit of bright color and citrusy flavor from ground sumac. The Middle Eastern spice may seem strange paired with hard cider, but in fact, sumac grows wild all over the temperate areas of North America, and the bright red berries ripen at the same time as the apple harvest. Serve with raw veggies, pita crisps, or crackers.
Makes: 3 cups

1 large head garlic
2 Tbsp PLUS 1/4 tsp olive oil, divided, plus more for drizzling, optional
4 cups baby spinach
1 15 oz can cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
1 12 oz jar marinated artichoke hearts, drained, liquid reserved
3 Tbsp lemon juice
1 14 oz can artichoke hearts, rinsed and drained
1 tsp ground sumac, for garnish

1. Preheat oven or toaster oven to 350 degrees F. Slice top off garlic, place on square of foil, and drizzle with 1/4 tsp oil. Wrap foil around garlic, and roast in oven 30 minutes, or until soft. Cool.

2. Wilt spinach in large skillet over medium heat until most of liquid has evaporated. Cool, and squeeze out excess liquid with hands. Set aside.

3. Place cannellini beans in bowl of food processor. Add 2 Tbsp reserved marinated artichoke heart liquid, lemon juice, and remaining 2 Tbsp oil. Puree until very smooth. Add artichoke hearts and spinach, and pulse until chopped, but still chunky. Garnish with ground sumac, and drizzle with oil (if using).

Makes: 3 cups
Serving Size: 1 Tbsp
Nutrition per Serving: 34 Calories, 2g Total Fat, <1g Saturated Fat, 0mg Cholesterol, 1g Protein, 54mg Sodium, 2g Carbs, 1g Fiber, 0g Sugar