Healthy Hummus

Add some protein and fiber to your diet as well as some powerful B vitamins, folate and iron! The perfect, quick, high protein snack that can be used as a dip with veggies, in a wrap, or even in a recipe to add flavor and texture. Tip: You can find this in any grocery store in a small container ( and grab some baby carrots) for a last minute Grab and Go snack!

Ingredients

• 2 (15oz) cans of chickpeas drained ( reserve the liquid)

• 4 Tbsps. of fresh lemon juice

• 1/4 cup sesame tahini ( use a brand that is a not too thick)

• 1-2 cloves of garlic grated

• 1 tsp salt

• 1/4 tsp cumin

• Dash of cayenne pepper

• 2 tbsp olive oil for drizzling

• c hopped parsley for serving

• Paprika for serving

To Prepare

In a food processor combine the chickpeas, lemon juice, tahini, garlic, cumin, cayenne pepper, salt, olive oil, and ⅓ cup of the reserved liquid from your chickpeas.

Process for several minutes until smooth and creamy.

Add more liquid and process again if it seems too thick.

Adjust to taste garnish.

May be made a few days ahead for easy prep.

Lisa's Favorite Dressings

Dressings are a nice touch to add on to a salad, a main or even used as a dip. Remember to not over dress, as it is always best to taste the real flavor of the food. I always double up on the recipe so I have plenty for a few days! Here are a few of my favorites

Delicious Dijon vinaigrette Dressing

• 1 Tbsp. Of Dijon mustard

• 1/2 cup olive oil

• 1 tablespoon. maple syrup

• 3 tablespoons of your choice of vinegar ( red wine, balsamic, white wine)

• 1-2 cloves of grated garlic

• 1/4 teaspoon of salt

• pepper to taste

  Blend or whisk in small bowl. I find whisking olive oil slowly as the last ingredient works the best.

Apple Cider Dressing

• 1/3 cup of olive oil

• 1 garlic clove grated

• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar

• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard

• 2 teaspoons of maple syrup

• 1/2 teaspoon of salt

• Whisk all together in a bowl until creamy.

• Store in a glass jar

Creamy Cilantro Dressing

• 2 cups of fresh cilantro ( you can add basil )

• 1/2 avocado

• 1 garlic clove grated

• 1/4 cup lime juice

• 1/2 teaspoon ground corriander

• 2 teaspoons of maple syrup or honey

• 1/2 teaspoon salt

• 1/2 cup of olive oil

• Place all ingredients ( except olive oil) in a food processor. Pulse until combined. While blade is running add olive oil slowly and blend until smooth.

• Store in glass jar.

Sesame Vinaigrette dressing

• 2 finely minced garlic cloves

• 2 Tablespoons white miso paste

• 2 tablespoons tamari

• 2 tablespoons rice vinegar

• 2 tablespoons of dijon mustard

• 2 tablespoons coconut aminos

• 2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil

• 1/3 cup olive oil

• 1/12 inch of fresh ginger

• 4 teaspoons of water

• 3 teaspoons of toasted sesame

• Combine all ingredients ( except sesame oil and olive oil) in a blender on low , slowly drizzle in oils and blend until smooth

• Store in a glass jar and refrigerate

Sauteed Baby Bok Choy With Garlic And Ginger

Serves 4

INGREDIENTS:

• 4-5 bunches of baby Bok Choy OR 2 large bunches, chopped and rinsed well (they can be gritty so make sure to pull apart leaves and rinse well.)
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 4 garlic cloves, smashed
• 2 slices of fresh ginger, peeled and smashed
• Sea salt and pepper to taste
• 1 tablespoon (splash) of organic low-sodium soy sauce like Tamari (or liquid aminos or gluten free soy sauce)

TO PREPARE:

• Heat the oil in a heavy bottom skillet or wok pan.
• Add garlic and cook for 4-5 minutes.
• Add bok choy and ginger and cook until tender, stirring and coating all.
• Add a splash or two of the soy sauce.
• Season with sea salt and pepper to taste.

On a plate, arrange bok-choy. Add lemon wedges for garnish.