Lolo's Kale and Sundried Tomato Hummus

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Lolo's Kale and Sundried Tomato Hummus

 

1 Can Chickpeas, rinsed and drained

2 Tbs Tahini

1/2 tsp Salt

2 Tbs Olive Oil

1/4 Cup Water

1/4 Cup Sundried Tomatoes, (about 5)

1 Small Head Kale, de-veined and steamed

Fresh Cracked Black Pepper

Fresh herbs, (Optional, I used oregano)

 

 

 

 

Rinse chickpeas and place into food processor. Add salt, tahini, water, oil and

blend until very smooth.

 

Remove and discard tough stems from kale with scissors. Steam until tender and

bright green, shock under cool water, then squeeze as much water out as possible

(see photo to the left). Break kale ball apart and place in processor with

sundried tomatoes. Gently pulse until ingredients are well combined, but you can

still see chunks of kale and tomatoes. Serve immediately or refrigerate.

 

For a light lunch, snack or appetizer, grill or toast some high quality bread

and spread with hummus. Top with freshly cracked black pepper and fresh herbs of

your choice, if available.

 

Makes approx. 1 1/2 cups

 

Source: VeganYumYum.com

Formatted by Chupa Babi: 03.14.08

 

AuthorNote: I’m always looking for two things: tasty food that’s quick to

prepare, and more ways to incorporate dark leafy greens into my diet. This

little number does both. To eveyrone who doen’t like kale (but knows they

should be eating it anyway!) this one is for you. You can’t really taste the

kale in this, and blended up you don’t notice the texture, either. Try it out

on all those kale-hating husbands you’ve told me about. I dare you!

 

Serving it on grilled bread is an extra treat. The grill marks add a nice smoky

flavor that can’t be duplicated with a toaster. Don’t break out the grill

pan unless you really want to; a toaster will do just fine. Even crackers are

acceptable. Heck, eat it with a spoon!

 

Fresh herbs and cracked black pepper build more layers of flavor which, while

aren’t necessary, are totally worthwhile. This is a lovely lunch, but change

the bread to crostini rounds and you’ve got an elegant appetizer. What’s not

to love about this Kale Delivery System?

 

 

 

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