Kid-Friendly Hummus Dip
Easy, kid-friendly hummus made with chickpeas, olive oil, and lemon. A healthy snack perfect for dipping veggies and pita.
Ingredients
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas (garbanzo beans)
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
Directions
Let's Make It!
- Wash your hands before you start.
- Drain and rinse the chickpeas.
- Choose your mixing method:
For smooth and creamy hummus:
- Put all the ingredients into a blender or food processor.
- Blend until smooth and creamy. This may take a few minutes.
For a chunkier hummus and extra kid involvement:
- Put all the ingredients into a large bowl.
- Use a potato masher to mash everything together until it becomes a thick dip.
Nutrition Details
Serving Size: ¼ cup (Recipe makes about 6 servings)
- Calories: 120
- Total Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 90mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 10g
- Dietary Fiber: 3g
- Total Sugars: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Vitamin C: 2% DV
- Iron: 4% DV
- Potassium: 120mg
Nutrition information is an estimate and may vary based on ingredient brands and serving size.
Serve your hummus with:
- Carrot sticks
- Cucumber slices
- Grape tomatoes
- Pita bread
- Pita chips
- Whole-grain crackers
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Picky Eater Tip: Try dipping different veggies and see which one is your favorite. Chickpeas are packed with protein and fiber, which help your body stay strong and feel full longer.
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