If there are two things you wouldn't typically associate with a hummus recipe, it's the addition of cheese and the color green. And yet, this cheesy green hummus is strangely delicious, making it especially perfect for St. Patrick's Day -- not to mention a unique, healthy snack year-round.
Cheesy Green Hummus
Recipe by Catherine McCord of Weelicious
Ingredients
- 1 can (15 oz.) garbanzo beans
- 2 Tbsp. tahini paste
- 1 garlic clove
- 1 Tbsp. lemon juice
- 1/2 tsp. salt
- 2 Tbsp. Parmesan cheese, grated or shredded
- 1 c. fresh spinach
- 1/4 c. olive oil
Directions
Place all of the ingredients in a food processor and pulse until smooth.
Pour hummus into a bowl and serve with pita chips or fresh vegetables.
Companion recipe: These simple spiced pita chips are ready to eat in less than 15 minutes.
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