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The Food Factor: Garlic Chickpea Dip

Video by Jonathan Parrish

This garlic chickpea dip couldn’t be easier—just toss a few ingredients in the food processor and you have an easy appetizer for any get-together!

Garlic Chickpea Dip

Yield: 4 Servings

Ingredients:

• 3 garlic cloves
• ¼ cup plain low-fat yogurt
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• ¼ teaspoon paprika
• ¼ teaspoon pepper
• 1 (15-ounce) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed

Directions:

1. Wash hands with soap and water.
2. Put all ingredients into a food processor and blend until smooth. If you do not have a food processor, mash the chickpeas with a fork in a medium sized bowl, then mix in the rest of the ingredients.
3. Serve with whole grain crackers or sliced vegetables.
4. Store leftovers in a sealed container in the refrigerator.  

Thanks to Nebraska Extension for this recipe!

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