I would like to share with you a hummus recipe with a holiday twist. Not sure what else to do with all that extra pumpkin puree besides the usual choices?!

 

 

Another great alternative is utilizing the pumpkin in a yummy side snack of hummus. I don’t know about you, but I love making hummus. This is one of my all time favorite snacks! How about you, how do you enjoy your hummus?! Do tell! One of my favorite styles of hummus is made with fresh lemon and basil which have great medicinal qualities when paired together and which that one is on my blog. I’ve made them with many types of flavors from Asian, to Mexican and the traditional style. So, this time i decided to re-create this hummus treat with holiday flair.

 

 

Not only is it delicious, but so nutritious. Between the ingredient combinations of pumpkin, herbs, the garlic and the beans make it wonderfully packed with nutritional content. Read below the many health benefits of GOOD FOR YOU chickpeas. I LOVE incorporating these beans into my burgers, chili, stews and tasty treats.

 

 

 

 

 

HEALTH BENEFITS OF CHICKPEAS:

Helps to strengthen immunity and promotes the development of energy into the body

Improves the nervous system

Reduces blood cholesterol

Normalizes blood pressure

Prevents inflammation and blood clots

Reduces the risk of cancer development in the intestines

Promotes the development of anemia

An excellent source of fiber and protein

 

 

 

 

 

 

You may scroll down to the RECIPE…………………………..

 

 

 

 

 

 

SERVES: about 10

 

INGREDIENTS:

1-2 garlic cloves, fresh and peeled

2 tsp olive oil

2 tsp filtered water

1 can chickpeas, or preferred white bean, organic

2/3 cup pumpkin puree

1 tbsp maple syrup

1/2 tsp rosemary, dried or essential oil 2-3 drops

sea salt, to taste

 

 

 

INSTRUCTIONS:

In a medium saucepan, over low to medium heat, simmer garlic cloves for about 10-15 minutes or until golden and fragrant

Slice pumpkin, if fresh, into chunks and boil in a big pot until softened. then mash for puree style. Set aside. Let cool.

Then puree and blend all the ingredients together in a food processor or blender. If needed, add seasonings if needed.

 

 

 

 

 

NUTRITIONAL CONTENT: (1/4 cup per serving) calories 170; 10g total fat; no cholesterol; carbohydrates 14.8g; sugars 2.8g; sodium 200mg; 4g dietary fiber and 5g protein.

 

 

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