Hummus With Squash And Pumpkin Seeds

5 from 1 vote

PUMPKIN SEEDS NUTRITION FACTS: Pumpkin seeds contain many antioxidants, iron, zinc, magnesium, and several other nutrients and plant compounds. There are many ways to incorporate them into your diet: As a snack, raw or cooked, salted or unsalted. They can be added to granola, Greek yogurt, and smoothies. Also, they can be added to any meal, including soups, salads, and baked goods.

5 from 1 vote

Hummus With Squash And Pumpkin Seeds

By Diane Kochilas

Prep Time 15

Servings

Barbeque, Beans & Pulses, Mediterranean, Recipes, Sauces & Dips, Sides, The Ikaria Diet, Vegan

Prep Time 15

Servings

Barbeque, Beans & Pulses, Mediterranean, Recipes, Sauces & Dips, Sides, The Ikaria Diet, Vegan

Ingredients

1 15- oz. can chickpeas plus more for garnish
1 cup pumpkin puree or roasted pumpkin
1 pinch chili powder
1 pinch smoked paprika
1 Tbsp extra virgin Greek olive oil plus more for garnish
2 Tbsp tahini
2 Tbsp lemon juice
2 Tbsp pumpkin seeds for garnish
Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

Rinse and drain the canned chickpeas.
Place all ingredients in a food processor and process until smooth and creamy. Add a dash of water if the hummus is too thick, and adjust seasonings to your preference.
Once it's ready, spread it in a bowl and garnish with olive oil, chickpeas, and pumpkin seeds.

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