Hummus

Hummus

1 can garbanzo beans, drained but reserve juice

1 Tblsp olive oil

2 Tblsp lemon juice

1-2 tsp cumin

1-2 tsp crushed red pepper

1-2 tsp minced garlic

salt and pepper to taste

Place all ingredients (except the garbanzo juice) in a blender or food processor. Add 1/3 cup of juice and blend. Add more as necessary to reach desired thickness. Add more of any ingredient until desired flavor is achieved. Can also add roasted red pepper for another delicious take.

Tip: For a lesser calorie version, try edamame hummus. Use 1 1/2 cups of edamame that has been boiled. Add another Tblsp of olive oil. Mix as above, rather than using any kind of juice, just add more olive oil and lemon juice a little at a time until desired thickness is reached.