If you're looking for a high-protein snack recipe that also doubles as a delicious condiment, then you will love this High-Protein Red Pepper Hummus. This creamy, delicious hummus gets its protein thanks to one very special ingredient: cottage cheese. But don't let that scare you -- you'll never taste it! Instead, what you'll taste is the salty garbanzo beans, the touch of tahini, the rich olive oil, and the roasted red peppers that add just the right amount of flavor and kick to this hummus. Enjoy it alone or pair it with your favorite kebab recipe. No matter how you choose to enjoy it, you can't go wrong!
Equipment
- Food Processor this food processor is a staple in my kitchen and is perfect for making this hummus!
Ingredients
For the Hummus:
- 1 15 Ounce Can Garbanzo Beans drained and rinsed with the skins removed
- 1 ¼ Cups Cottage Cheese
- ½ Cup Roasted Red Peppers jarred
- ⅓ Cup Tahini
- ¼ Cup Lemon Juice
- 3 Cloves Garlic
- ¼ Teaspoon Cumin
- ½ Teaspoon Sea Salt
- 2 Ice Cubes
For Garnishing:
- 1 Drizzle Olive Oil
- Fresh Parsley chopped
- Roasted Red Peppers jarred and chopped
Instructions
- To make this hummus, start by preparing the garbanzo beans. Drain and rinse the garbanzo beans well, and remove the skins - this is what will make the hummus nice and creamy!
- Transfer the prepared chickpeas to a food processor alongside the rest of the ingredients (the cottage cheese, roasted red peppers, tahini, lemon juice, garlic, cumin, and sea salt). Add in the ice cubes last.
- Process the ingredients together for 3-4 minutes, until the hummus is smooth and creamy. You may need to scrape down the sides of the food processor and re-blend once or twice, to ensure that the ingredients are fully incorporated.
- Then, remove the cover and taste and adjust the seasonings as needed.
- Transfer the hummus to a bowl and garnish it with a drizzle of olive oil and chopped parsley and more red peppers.
- Serve with your favorite chips, crackers, or cruité, and enjoy!
Calories: 196kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 11mg | Sodium: 745mg | Potassium: 213mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 199IU | Vitamin C: 16mg | Calcium: 97mg | Iron: 1mg
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