
Food Security and Sustainability
Most kids love pizza, so why not bring the dish to the table in a new way? This recipe for Pizza Hummus can be used as a dip or spread!
1
16-ounce can of chickpeas,
drained and rinsed
¼ cup tomato paste
¼ cup water
1 teaspoon dried oregano (or one tablespoon
fresh oregano leaves, chopped)
1 teaspoon dried basil (or one
tablespoon fresh basil leaves, chopped)
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
¼ cup shredded Parmesan cheese
¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper
(optional)
1 clove of garlic, minced
¼ teaspoon each salt and pepper
Before you begin: Wash your hands.
Serving size: ¼ cup
Serves: 6
Calories: 150; Total fat: 5g; Sat. fat: 1g; Chol.: 2mg; Sodium: 401mg; Carb.: 20g; Fiber 1g; Sugars: 2g; Protein 7g; Potassium: 210mg; Phosphorus: 95mg
Holly Larson, MS, RD, is a registered dietitian and nutrition copywriter. She is the owner of Holly Larson and Co, a freelance writing agency based in Oxford, Ohio.
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