California Toasted Walnut Hummus

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California Toasted Walnut Hummus

 

1/2 cup California walnuts

3 tablespoons walnut oil

1 garlic clove, quartered

1-14 oz. can chickpeas, or garbanzo beans, drained and rinsed

1/2 teaspoon orange zest

1/4 cup orange juice

1 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon black pepper

 

 

 

Toast walnuts in 350°F oven for 8 minutes or until golden brown. Cool to room

temperature.

Combine toasted walnuts with oil and garlic and puree in food processor or

blender until smooth.

Add chickpeas, orange zest, orange juice, salt and pepper and continue to blend

to an even, smooth consistency. Adjust seasoning if necessary.

Serve hummus in small serving bowl alongside toasted pita bread or with a

variety of colorful raw vegetables.

 

Servings 8

Prep Time 05 min

 

 

Source: California Walnuts

Formatted by Chupa Babi: 03.05.08

 

Nutrition Information

Calories143;Total Fat10 g;Saturated Fat1 g; Monounsaturated Fat2 g;

Polyunsaturated Fat7 g; Trans Fat0 g; Cholesterol0 mgSodium403 mgTotal

Carbohydrate10 gDietary Fiber2 gProtein3 g

 

This citrusy, nutty hummus makes a great dip and spread. Try spreading in on

panini made with grilled vegetables for a healthful, vegetarian sandwich.

 

 

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