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Hummus

Makes 10 servings

Ingredients

  • 2 cans (2 x 540 mL can) chickpeas, drained
  • 1 cup (250 mL) lemon, juice
  • 2 cup (500 mL) tahini
  • 2 clove garlic, crushed
  • 1 tsp (5 mL) salt
  • 200 mL (1 serving) prepared Enfagrow® A+ ® Toddler Vanilla or Milk Flavour

Hummus is a source of complete protein, containing all nine essential amino acids. Hummus is also a fantastic source of iron and fiber!

Directions

  1. Combine the chickpeas, lemon juice, tahini, garlic, and salt in a food processor.
  2. Slowly add prepared Enfagrow® A+ ® Toddler Vanilla or Milk Flavour to the mixture while blending on a low setting until smooth (approx. 3-5 minutes).

Serving Suggestions​

  1. Serve as a dip with pieces of whole grain pita.
  2. Use to top pieces of whole grain toast, bagel or melba toast.
  3. Use as a sandwich filling.
  4. Spread over a whole grain tortilla, then roll up and cut cross-wise into rounds.
  5. Serve as a dip for vegetables such as carrots or cucumbers.
  6. Use to stuff halved cherry tomatoes.
  7. Serve with diced cooked chicken or even fish.

Food Guide Serving Equivalents:

1/2 serving of meat and alternatives

Nutritional Information per serving

Selected Key Nutrients Amount
Calories 397 kcal
Fat 27 g
DHA (a type of Omega-3 fat) 2 mg
Protein 14 g
Carbohydrate 30 g
Selected Key Nutrients % Daily Requirements per Serving*
Thiamin (Vitamin B1)
Phosphorus 87
Zinc 83
Iron 49
Dietary Fiber 44

Note: Nutritional analysis is approximate and may vary depending on ingredient brands used and temperature of cooking


*Recommended Dietary Allowances/Adequate Intakes for toddlers 1-3 years of age
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