Cauliflower Hummus Recipe Idea

 

Cauliflower Hummus

Makes 8 servings 

Ingredients:

1/2 head cauliflower (1 to 1 1/2 lbs.), trimmed and cut into 2-in. florets (about 4 cups florets)

3 1/2 Tbsp extra-virgin olive oil

1 tsp. smoked paprika

2 tsp kosher salt, divided

1/2 tsp ground cumin

1/4 tsp red chile flakes

2 garlic cloves, smashed and peeled

2 Tbsp. lemon juice

3 1/2 Tbsp well-stirred tahini

Directions:

Combine the cauliflower, water, 1 1/2 tsp olive oil 1 tsp salt and 1 whole garlic cloves to a microwave safe dish. 

Microwave for about 15 minutes - or until softened and darkened in color.

Put the cauliflower mixture into a magic bullet, blender, or food processor and blend. 

Add the tahini paste, lemon juice,cumin, red chile flakes, 1 raw garlic cloves,2 tsp olive oil, and 1 tsp kosher salt. 

Blend until mostly smooth.

To serve, place the hummus in a bowl and serve with celery sticks, raw radish chips, or other vegges to dip with.

Per serving for program: 2 healthy fats,  1 green, 2 condiments

Great paired with sliced cucumber!