28-09-2019 19:31 via ocregister.com

Recipe: Hummus salad takes the garbanzo bean-based dip beyond appetizer status

Hummus has alluring creamy tanginess, its starchy “beaniness” balanced with lemon juice and cumin. Some cooks like to add roasted vegetables, such as butternut squash or bell peppers, while others like a more traditional vegetable-free version.
Most often hummus falls into the appetizer category, a high-protein snack joyfully scooped up with pita wedges or crudites. The decadent garbanzo-based dip can be more versatile than just a nosh. Teamed with a Greek-style salad flavor-boosted
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