Low Fat Cilantro Jalapeo Hummus Recipe

Spice up your snack game with this vibrant, low-fat, and low-calorie Cilantro Jalapeño Hummus! Packed with zesty cilantro, fiery jalapeño, and creamy chickpeas, this recipe is bursting with flavor without the guilt. Perfect for dipping veggies, pretzels, pita chips, or your favorite crunchy snacks. Easy to make in just 10 minutes!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Calories 147.2 kcal
Protein 11g
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Ingredients for Low Fat Cilantro Jalapeo Hummus

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How to Make Low Fat Cilantro Jalapeo Hummus

  1. Drain and rinse one 15-ounce can of chickpeas, reserving ¾ cup of the aquafaba (chickpea liquid).
  2. In a food processor or high-powered blender, combine the chickpeas, 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro, 1 jalapeño pepper, seeded and minced (adjust to your spice preference), 2 cloves garlic, the juice of ½ lime, 2 tablespoons tahini, ¼ teaspoon salt, and ¼ teaspoon black pepper.
  3. With the food processor running, gradually add the reserved chickpea liquid until you reach your desired consistency. Start with ¼ cup and add more as needed.
  4. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Add more jalapeño for extra heat, lime juice for tanginess, or salt to taste.
  5. Serve immediately with your favorite dippers, or chill for later. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

11 g

Sugar

0g

Fat

3g

Carbs

6g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Low Fat Cilantro Jalapeo Hummus?

Low Fat Cilantro Jalapeo Hummus takes about 15 minutes from start to finish — roughly 5 minutes to prepare and 10 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Low Fat Cilantro Jalapeo Hummus?

Low Fat Cilantro Jalapeo Hummus has approximately 147.2 calories per serving, with about 11 g protein, 6 g carbohydrates and 8 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Low Fat Cilantro Jalapeo Hummus?

The key ingredients for Low Fat Cilantro Jalapeo Hummus are Chickpeas, Tahini, Lemon Juice, Lemon Zest, Garlic Cloves, Ground Cumin. See the full list with measurements above.

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