This is an interesting twist on hummus, the addition of cashews and mint makes this hummus a nutty fresh treat.

Ingredients (serves 3-4 as a dip with pita chips)

  • 1/4 cup canola oil
  • 1 inch piece of ginger thinly sliced
  • 1 19 fluid oz. (540 mL) can chickpeas (also called garbanzo beans)
  • 1/4 cup cashews, roasted
  • juice of 1 lime
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1/2 teaspoon cracked pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon tumeric
  • 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
  • 2 tablespoons chopped mint

Instructions for Cashew Mint Hummus

In a small saucepan heat the oil and ginger for 10 minutes on low heat.

Blend all ingredients in a food processor to desired consistency.

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