Hummus Pilaf
We've combined the flavors of Middle Eastern Hummus - garlic, sesame seeds, chickpeas, lemon juice and cayenne pepper - with rice pilaf mix in a refreshing salad. A great accompaniment to grilled pork, chicken or lamb.
- Cook Time : 25 Minutes
- Recipe Yield : 4 Servings
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons sesame seeds
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1-3/4 cups water
- 1 package (6.09 ounces) NEAR EAST Rice Pilaf Mix
- 1 can (15-1/2 ounces) chickpeas, rinsed and drained
- 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Preparation Steps
- In medium saucepan, heat oil and sesame seeds over medium-high heat, 2 to 3 minutes or until seeds begin to brown, stirring constantly. Stir in garlic, cook 30 seconds.
- Add water, rice and contents of Spice Sack; bring just to a boil.
- Cover; reduce heat to low. Simmer 25 minutes.
- Stir in chickpeas, parsley, lemon juice and cayenne pepper. Cover; refrigerate at least 2 hours before serving.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 310, Calories from Fat: 99, Total Fat: 11g, Saturated Fat: 1g, Cholesterol: 0mg, Sodium: 750mg, Total Carbohydrate: 46g, Dietary Fiber: 4g, Protein: 9g, Vitamin A: 10%, Vitamin C: 18%, Calcium: 12%, Iron: 15%
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