Easily whipped up in a matter of minutes, this protein-rich power snack would make Popeye proud. If you’re looking for a post-workout pick-me-up, this dip is for you.
Green Machine Protein Hummus
Ingredients
- 1 cup cooked chickpeas
- 1 cup tightly packed fresh spinach
- 1/2 cup frozen, defrosted, shelled edamame, plus 2 Tbsp for garnish
- 1/4 cup hemp hearts
- 2 Tbsp water
- Zest of 1 lime
- 1 Tbsp lime juice
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1/2 tsp sea salt
- 1/4 tsp ground pepper
Nutrition
Per serving:
- calories97
- protein6g
- fat4g
- carbs9g
- sugar2g
- fiber2g
- sodium202mg
Directions
01
Place all ingredients, except 2 Tbsp edamame, in food processor. Pureu0301e until smooth, stopping to scrape down sides if necessary.
02
Transfer to serving bowl and garnish with reserved edamame. Hummus can be kept covered in refrigerator for up to 1 week.
Allison Day, RHN, is a nutritionist, blogger, and cookbook author. Check out her cookbooks, Whole Bowls and Purely Pumpkin (Skyhorse Publishing, 2016).
