Children & Teens
Zesty Chickpea Spread
1 15-oz can of chickpeas, drained (rinsed if nonorganic; reserve liquid
if organic)
3 Tb chickpea liquid (from drained can)
1 Tb roasted garlic olive oil
1 tsp Italian Herb Blend (see recipe below or buy store brand)
½
tsp salt, or to taste
5 tsp balsamic vinegar, or to taste
Combine all ingredients in mini-food processor and process until smooth. Add seasonings to taste.
Italian Herb Blend
1 Tb dried
oregano
1 Tb dried basil
2 tsp dried thyme
2 tsp dried rosemary
1½ tsp fennel seeds
1 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
Combine ingredients in a tightly closed jar. Shake well and store in a dark, cool place for up to 3 months.
(Submitted by TerriAnn McDonald. Adapted from Short Cut Vegetarian by Lorna Sass.)