Moroccan Chickpea Dip

Ingredients

• 1 garlic clove
• 3 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
• 1 (15 ounce) can chickpeas, rinsed and drained
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/8 teaspoon hot pepper sauce (I use Tobasco)
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin (optional)

Directions

1. 1

   In food processor process garlic until minced.

2. 2

   Add cilantro and process until finely chopped, 10 - 20 seconds.

3. 3

   Add chick-peas, lemon juice, salt and hot sauce.

4. 4

   Process until very smooth.

5. 5

   Place dip in serving bowl and refrigerate until chilled and ready to serve.

6. 6

   Serve with veggie slices, pita wedges, fat free pretzels or other chips.