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3.60 from 5 votes

Spinach Artichoke Hummus

This light but creamy spinach artichoke hummus is great to use as a dip or spread, for an appetizer or to punch up the flavor of a sandwich or wrap!
Prep Time10 minutes
Total Time10 minutes
Yield: 2 cups

Ingredients

  • 1 (15 oz.) can chickpeas, rinsed and drained with 2 tablespoons of the can's liquid reserved
  • 1 heaping cup packed fresh spinach leaves
  • 3 artichoke hearts (from jar, packed in oil but not marinated)
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • 2 tablespoons tahini
  • 2 tablespoons water or liquid reserved from chick peas
  • 1 clove garlic
  • ½ teaspoon salt

Instructions

  • Mix everything together in a food processor (I crammed it all into my small one but it would be easier to use a big one) and blend until smooth. Add an extra splash of water, lemon juice or oil if you need to, to get it to the right consistency.
  • Taste and adjust the salt.
  • Serve with veggies and crackers or pretzels or use as a sandwich/wrap spread.

Notes

Chickpeas – These are also called garbanzo beans. You can buy a can at the store or make your own chickpeas in the crock pot for extra tender chickpeas that result in even creamier hummus. (I do it overnight; so easy!) 
Draining – You can rinse and drain the canned chickpeas all the way OR you can reserve a couple of tablespoons of the canned liquid to use for the hummus. I love the extra flavor this adds.
Tahini – This is a paste made from sesame seeds and sold in jars at the store. The various brands can have big differences in flavor and really affect the taste of your hummus. Many stores only sell one brand, but you might want to experiment and find the flavor you like best.
Spinach - You need a full packed cup of fresh baby or regular spinach leaves. (This is fresh spinach, NOT cooked or frozen spinach.)
Lemon juice - Adjust to your liking. Use a little more for extra lemon flavor or a little less if you want it just as a background note.
Storage - Hummus can be stored in the refrigerator, in a covered container (or in a bowl covered with plastic wrap), for up to 7-10 days.

Nutrition

Serving: 1/4 cup | Calories: 119kcal | Carbohydrates: 17g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Sodium: 159mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 3g
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