Appetizer for 8
Spicy Hummus Jalapeño Salsa
$2.95for 435 minServes 8
Creamy chickpea hummus blends with lemon, tahini, and spices, then pairs with bright chopped jalapeño salsa.
Photo: peasandcrayons.com
What it costs
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| Ingredient | Amount | Cost | |
|---|---|---|---|
 | Canned beans$0.09/oz typical | 15 oz | $1.35Typical price |
 | Garlic$0.75 each typical | 0.25 | $0.15Typical price |
| Poblano and other fresh chiles$0.60 each typical | 2.5 | $1.50Typical price |
 | Lemons and limes$0.60 each typical | 1.75 | $1.10Typical price |
| Fresh herbs (cilantro, parsley, basil)$1.49 each typical | a little | $0.19Typical price |
| Total for the servings shown | $5.90 | ||
Pantry staples you likely have
Baking powder and sodaSalt and pepperDried herbs, spices and seasoning blendsCooking spray, shortening, ghee, coconut and sesame oilAsian sauces and pastesDried spices (cumin, paprika, chili powder, oregano)Wine, beer and spiritsSugar and brown sugar
Not included in the cost.
Swaps
- Swap Canned beans for Dried beans and lentilsabout $0.02/oz more at typical prices
- 35 minstart to table
- Easydifficulty
- 8servings as written
- $typical cost tier
MediterraneanVegetarianVeganDairy-freeBudgetAppetizersSnacksNo-cookGame day
$0.74 per serving$2.95 for 4
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Ingredients
- 15 oz canned chickpeas
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 1/2 tsp sea salt
- 1/8 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
- 3/8 tsp ground cumin
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 cup tahini (optional)
- 2 tbsp ice water
- extra virgin olive oil for drizzling (optional)
- paprika for topping (optional)
- 2 1/2 jalapeño peppers
- juice of 1/2 a lemon
- 1 tbsp white wine vinegar
- 1 tbsp water
- 1/2 tbsp sugar (optional)
- 1/8 tsp salt
- fresh chopped cilantro (optional)
Steps
- Drain and rinse the chickpeas, then pat them dry.
- Blend the chickpeas, garlic, lemon juice, salt, cumin, cayenne, olive oil, tahini, and ice water until smooth.
- Chop the jalapeños and stir them with lemon juice, vinegar, water, sugar, salt, and cilantro.
- Chill the hummus and salsa in separate bowls for 20 minutes.
- Spoon the salsa over the hummus and drizzle with olive oil or sprinkle with paprika if using.
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