Soybean Hummus

Soybean hummus
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Prep: 5 mins
Cook: 0 mins
Total: 5 mins
Servings: 12 servings

Soybean hummus is a great variation on traditional hummus that usually uses chickpeas. It's incredibly easy to whip together and is perfect to serve at parties and cookouts. Just pair it with your favorite pita bread, chips, or even veggies. Of course, this doesn't have to be something you pull out on a special occasion basis. This hummus also pairs well on sandwiches, salads (as a dressing), and more; Don't be afraid to experiment.

Ingredients

  • 1 (15-ounce) can soybeans, plus liquid from can, set aside

  • 2 to 3 tablespoons lemon juice, or to taste

  • 1 1/2 tablespoons tahini

  • 1 clove garlic, crushed

  • 1 teaspoon salt

Steps to Make It

  1. In a blender or food processor, blend soybeans, lemon juice, tahini, garlic, and salt until thoroughly mixed and smooth.

  2. Add liquid from soybeans until desired consistency, creamy and paste-like.

  3. Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate for about an hour.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)
73 Calories
4g Fat
4g Carbs
7g Protein
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Nutrition Facts
Servings: 12
Amount per serving
Calories 73
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 4g 5%
Saturated Fat 1g 3%
Cholesterol 0mg 0%
Sodium 178mg 8%
Total Carbohydrate 4g 1%
Dietary Fiber 2g 8%
Total Sugars 1g
Protein 7g
Vitamin C 1mg 7%
Calcium 40mg 3%
Iron 2mg 11%
Potassium 196mg 4%
*The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a food serving contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
(Nutrition information is calculated using an ingredient database and should be considered an estimate.)