Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
1 cup

tomato sauce

0.75 cup

low-sodium garbanzo beans

rinsed and drained

0.5 cup

nonfat plain yogurt

2 tbsp

minced green onions

minced

1 tbsp

finely chopped parsley

finely chopped

1.5 tsp

garlic powder

1 tsp

prepared horseradish

1 tsp

ground cumin

0.5 tsp

paprika

1 unit

pita chips

Step 1
~5 min

Combine tomato sauce, garbanzo beans, and yogurt in a blender.

Step 2
~5 min

Process until smooth and creamy.

Step 3
~5 min

Pour the mixture into a small bowl.

Step 4
~5 min

Stir in minced green onions, finely chopped parsley, garlic powder, prepared horseradish, ground cumin, and paprika.

Step 5
~5 min

Cover the bowl and refrigerate for 8 to 24 hours to allow flavors to meld.

Step 6
~5 min

Serve chilled with pita chips or crisp vegetable dippers.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of horseradish and paprika to your preferred level of spice.

For a smoother dip, peel the garbanzo beans before blending.

Serve with a variety of dippers, such as carrot sticks, cucumber slices, and bell pepper strips.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

5 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Yes, flavors develop better after chilling.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve chilled as a party appetizer.

Enjoy as a healthy snack with vegetables.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Grilled vegetables
Falafel

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Morocco

Cultural Significance

Moroccan cuisine often features a blend of Mediterranean, Arabic, and Berber influences.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Ramadan
Eid

Occasion Tags

Party
Snack
Appetizer
Summer

Popularity Score

70/100

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