Oh hey there! How is your Monday going?
Today is flyin’ by for this girl! I worked through the morning and taught water fitness for an instructor who is out this week. It was fun teaching to a new crowd and we did lots of intervals in the water to some rockin’ oldies!
Lunch
I ate the tuna salad that I packed in the break room after water fitness, but by the time I made it home later this afternoon, I was hungry for more.
I fixed myself a sampler plate that included a toasted whole wheat English muffin topped with colby jack cheese and strawberry jelly, carrots with hummus and a nectarine.
I’m not sure what it is, but I’ve been loving hummus this summer. I’ve always liked it, but lately I’ve found myself eating it out of the container by the spoonful. Yum!
I think it may be time for me to break out my food processor and make some homemade hummus this week!
Here are some recipes that caught my eye:
- Buffalo Hummus from Eclectic Recipes
- Spinach Hummus from Snacking Squirrel
- Black Bean Hummus from Cooking Light
- Roasted Red Pepper Hummus from Colourful Palate
- Guacamole Hummus from Martha Stewart
Question of the Afternoon
- What is your favorite healthy dip?
My sister’s fiancé makes the most fabulous dip that includes tons of fresh veggies, black beans, avocado and more. I’ll make it my mission to take notes the next time he makes it so I can share the recipe with you guys. It’s amazing!
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You seriously read my mind I was just thinking of looking online for hummus recipes thanks!!! 🙂
When you make hummus – peel the chickpeas! It’s a pain but SO worth it. 🙂
Oh I love all these ideas for hummus! Especially that spinach one – it looks super delicious! Then again, I love anything with spinach added.
I have a serious addiction to hummus, especially lately! It’s not uncommon for me to sit and eat enough veggies/crackers hummus to fully replace a meal. Oops! Besides hummus, I LOVE guac and homemade salsa. Can’t ever get enough1
I’d have to say my favorite healthy dip is hummus… or mango salsa! It’s a toss up.
If we’re not talking healthy I’d go with the smooth ranch dip. That stuff is tasty on just about anything but I just like dipping regular potato chips in it.
I make a peanut butter dip for crackers and pretzels!! It’s delicious and healthy. Mix 1/4 cup greek yogurt, 3 TBS natural smooth PB, and 2 tsp of honey for sweetness.
So good!
Hummus is a major staple in my diet and I can’t imagine living without it!
I LOVE hummus and guacamole. Roasted Red Pepper is usually my favorite. However, making hummus at home is hard because the tahini required is expensive (and I’m cheap). Plus getting the consistency right is difficult! But if you perfect it, pass it along!
-AJ
FitTravelerAJ.com
Saw this and thought you may appreciate it! A new way to enjoy peanut butter – minus the peanut all over your fingers haha… http://www.fastcodesign.com/1673115/the-perfect-peanut-butter-jar-works-like-a-push-pop
I feel like when I keep hummus around my house is just vanishes! That buffalo hummus looks amazing!
I just recently discovered Tribe’s Spicy Chipotle hummus. It’s awesome!
Edamame hummus from Trader Joe’s is good but any of those sound awesome also!
I absolutely ADORE hummus 🙂 That buffalo hummus looks intriguing!
My husband and I have had an obsession with hummus lately, I have got to try the spinach recipe! Thanks for the ideas 🙂
This post reminded me that I am out of hummus 🙁 That guacamole hummus look amazing though, I might just have to try it today!
the best hummus hands down is from Smitten Kitchen
http://smittenkitchen.com/blog/2013/01/ethereally-smooth-hummus/
Thought this one might appeal to you 😉
http://www.cookinglight.com/food/quick-healthy/quick-kids-recipes-00412000072526/page31.html
These all look delicious! Have you ever tried edamame hummus? I’ve heard that it’s a great low-calorie alternative!
I’m not a huge hummus fan, not sure why. BUT I love Tzatziki, it is my favorite to dip fruits and veggies (or anything) in!
I absolutely love hummus! It seems I can’t ever get enough either!