Spicy Black Bean Hummus

February is Heart Heath month so I decided to try and make some great super bowl food that is also "heart healthy." This is a great spin on bean dip but what makes it even better is that it is low in fat and high in fiber with a spice that will keep the everyone coming back for more. Not only is is it a healthy snack but it is extremely fast and easy to make.

Spicy Black Bean Hummus:

 Ingredients:

    1 garlic clove (minced)
    2 Tablespoons fresh lemon juice (I used orange juice)
    1 teaspoon ground cumin
    dash of salt*
    1 can (15oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
    1 small jalapeno pepper, diced (about 2 tablespoons)
    dash of red pepper (add to taste at the end)
    2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil
Recipe from Cooking light

   

 Place all of the ingredients in a food processor and process until smooth. Add a sprinkle of crushed pepper at the end to increase spice if preferred.

Cut whole wheat tortillas into triangle pieces and bake in the oven until warm or as crunchy as desired. By using your own tortillas rather than store bought chips you cut down on the sodium and add fiber.

Serve hummus with tortillas, vegetables, sweet potato chips, or anything that sounds tasty to you!

  The other great thing about this hummus is that you can save the left overs and it can double as a spread for a grilled cheese or turkey sandwich later in the week. 

* The American Heart Association recommends consuming less than 1500mg of sodium per day, adding less salt to what you make cuts down on sodium and makes for a more heart healthy snack.