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Low Fat Hummus

Low Fat Hummus

The ultimate creamy dip, Low Fat Hummus is a healthy blend of chickpeas, low fat cottage cheese, and a touch of tahini. It's perfect for snacking, entertaining, or meal prepping. Whip it up in minutes and enjoy a guilt-free treat tonight!
Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Course Appetizers
Cuisine Middle Eastern
Servings 4 servings
Calories 120 kcal

Equipment

  • Chef's Knife
  • Food Processor
  • Grater
  • Wooden Spoon

Ingredients
  

  • ½ cup low fat cottage cheese
  • 2 tablespoons tahini
  • 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • ¼ teaspoon finely grated lemon zest
  • ½ teaspoon ground coriander
  • teaspoon salt
  • 1 medium garlic clove, minced
  • One 15-ounce can garbanzo beans (chickpeas) drain and save the liquid, then rinse the chickpeas
  • ¼ cup finely chopped fresh parsley
  • fresh veggies or pita for serving

Instructions
 

  • In the bowl of a food processor, add all ingredients except parsley and veggies/pita; process until smooth. Use the reserved garbanzo bean liquid to thin out the hummus, if needed. Taste and adjust spices, as desired. Stir in the parsley.
  • Scoop the hummus into a dish, cover and store in refrigerator. Serve hummus with pita bread or fresh vegetables.

Notes

  • Tip 1: For serving size, divide the hummus into 4 equal portions.
  • Tip 2: Nutritional information does not include dippers.
Keyword chickpea dip, Easy Appetizer, healthy hummus recipe, low fat dip