Easy Hummus

Oh the wonder that is the chickpea! Also known (news to me) as a garbanzo bean. Which ever you prefer they are a wonderful source of protein and are rich in fiber. High fiber diets are great for lowering blood glucose levels (especially key for the type 2 diabetics).

Chickpeas are also packed with phosphate, iron, manganese, magnesium, zinc, vitamin K and calcium which all contribute to helping maintain bone structure and health.

High in vitamin C and vitamin B-6 content and their lack of cholesterol they support heart health.

Choline, found in this wonder bean, helps with muscle movement, sleep, learning and memory, as well as helping the cellular membrane maintain structure and aiding in the tranmission of never impulses, assisting in fat absortion and reducing inflammation.

So ENJOY your hummus everyone, as your body ENJOYS it!

Ingredients:

1 x Tin of Chickpeas

1/2 Red Onion (or Green Onion/Chives)

3 Tablespoons Macadamia Oil (or Olive Oil)

1 Teaspoon Paprika

Method:

1. Drain your chickpeas and rinse them thoroughly.

2. Finely chop your red onion - if you are not a raw onion fan you can replace this with chives or leave it out completely.

3. Put the chickpeas into a blender or into a container you use when using a hand blender.

4. Add the macadamia oil to the chickpeas and blend.

5. Add the onion and blend again until the mixture has a smooth texture.

6. Pop into a bowl or container and sprinkle your paprika on top.

Add some fresh garlic for the brave and those who want to use their hummus in cooked dishes like making your own falafel.

Hummus