SMOOTH & SPICY BEAN DIP

SMOOTH AND SPICY BEAN DIP

Serves 12

1 15-ounce can chickpeas, drained
1/4 cup chopped onion
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons olive oil
1-2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon cayenne
1/4 teaspoon hot pepper sauce, or to taste
1/4 cup finely chopped parsley

Cooking Directions
Combine all ingredients except parsley in food processor bowl with metal blade.

Process until smooth; remove from processor to serving bowl and stir in parsley.

Thin with a little water, if desired, if dip is too thick.

Cover and refrigerate until serving. Makes 1 1/2 cups.

Serving Suggestions
Tailgate with a South-of-the-Border flavor. Serve with vegetable relishes and pita bread wedges, crisped in a hot oven.

Nutrition Facts
Calories 63 calories; 

Protein 2 grams; 

Fat 3 grams; 

Sodium 111 milligrams; 

Cholesterol 0 milligrams; 

Saturated Fat 0 grams; 

Carbohydrates 7 grams; 

Fiber 2 grams