Hummus Guacamole

Hummus Guacamole

Do you love guacamole? How about hummus? Have you ever thought about combining the two? I never had, until a friend recently introduced me to guacamole hummus from Trader Joe's. I love both of these 'dips' so was intrigued and decided to give it a try. The result... it was awesome!

Nutrition - think of it as power guacamole, the added fiber and protein from the chickpeas are a benefit of this recipe over the traditional version.

Taste - you may be also wondering if it takes more like guacamole or hummus. I think it tastes a lot closer to guacamole, which I would choose if I had to pick between the two.

Lastly, you can really mix it up by creating your own name for this combination. Is it  'hummole'... 'guacummus'... surprise people with this awesome combo and call it whatever you like!

Ingredients:

1 (or 2) avocado, peeled and pitted

1 (15 oz.) can of chickpeas

1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped

1/4 cup chopped red onion

2 cloves garlic, peeled and smashed

2 Tbsp. tahini (optional for a more authentic taste)

1 Tbsp. olive oil

1 lime, juiced

1/4 tsp. sea salt (more or less to taste)

Directions: 

1. Peel and pit the avocado
2. Rinse the chickpeas in a strainer to remove the liquid from the can.
3. Chop the cilantro, onion, and garlic.
4. Add all of the remaining ingredients to the food processor with your avocado, chickpeas and chopped ingredients.
5. Blend in the food processor until it reaches a smooth consistency, adding a few drops of water if needed to smoothen.
6. Serve with sliced fresh vegetables for dipping!

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