Low Carb Cauliflower Hummus

Low Carb Cauliflower Hummus

Yield: 1½ cups hummus (about 6 servings)

Ingredients

• 4 cups cauliflower florets, loosely measured (not packed in tight)
• 2 Tbsp water
• 2 Tbsp olive oil
• ½ tsp salt
• 1½ tsp minced garlic
• 1½ Tbsp tahini paste (ground toasted sesame seeds)
• 3 Tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tsp minced garlic (in addition to above)
• 3 Tbsp olive oil (in addition to above)
• ¼ to ½ tsp salt (in addition to above)
• Paprika, garnish (optional)

Instructions

1. Combine the cauliflower, water, 2 Tbsp olive oil, ½ tsp salt, and 1½ tsp minced garlic in a microwave safe dish. Microwave uncovered for about 15 minutes - or until softened and darkened in color.
2. Put the cauliflower mixture into a Blendtec twister jar. Add the tahini paste, lemon juice, 1 tsp minced garlic, 3 Tbsp olive oil, and ¼ tsp salt. Blend until smooth. Taste and adjust seasoning as necessary.
3. To serve, place the hummus in a bowl and drizzle with extra olive oil and a sprinkle of paprika. Use veggies to dip with.

Source: dessertnowdinnerlater.com