A Syrian roasted-pepper and walnut spread, muhammara is a great alternative to hummus. 1 12-ounce jar roasted red bell peppers in olive oil with garlic, drained.
Recipe information
Yield
Makes about 2 cups
Ingredients
1 12-ounce jar roasted red bell peppers in olive oil with garlic, drained
1 cup walnuts
1/3 cup panko (Japanese breadcrumbs)*
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 teaspoons pomegranate molasses or fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Pita chips
Preparation
Step 1
Blend all ingredients except pita chips in processor until coarse puree forms. Season with salt. Transfer to bowl; serve with chips.
Step 2
- Available in the Asian foods section of some supermarkets and at Asian markets.
Nutrition Per Serving
Per serving (1/ 4 cup and 4 pita chips): 203.4 calories (kcal)
63.8 % calories from fat
14.4 fat
1.0 g saturated fat
0 mg cholesterol
14.1 g carbohydrates
1.3 g dietary fiber
2.8 g total sugars
12.8 g net carbohydrates
6.3 g protein.
#### Nutritional analysis provided by Bon Appétit
