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Summer Weight-Loss Plan - How to Lose 10 Pounds - Womans Day. Hummus: Recipe and Health Benefits. Why do I need to register or sign in for WebMD to save?

Hummus: Recipe and Health Benefits

We will provide you with a dropdown of all your saved articles when you are registered and signed in. “Pureed chickpeas” may not sound that appetizing. But a traditional Middle Eastern spread, hummus, based on exactly that, has become a hot food trend. You can find pre-made hummus -- typically made from pureed chickpeas, lemon juice or vinegar, garlic, tahini (sesame seed butter), and olive oil -- in any grocery store and in restaurants across the country.

It's also easy to make at home. Hummus has virtually taken over the “refrigerated flavored spreads” category, which enjoyed sales of more than $300 million in 2009, according to data from Symphony IRI Group, a Chicago-based market research firm. It's a case of "something old is new again. " Whether you're new to hummus or a longtime fan, here's what you'll get if you home in on hummus. How Healthy is Hummus? Chickpeas, the main ingredient in hummus, are rich in fiber and protein. 1. 2. Lemony Hummus with Spicy Whole-Wheat Pita Chips Recipe. Garlic and Sun-Dried Tomato Hummus Recipe. Red Pepper Hummus Recipe. Roasted Red Pepper Hummus Recipe. Cauliflower Crust Pizza & Stick a Fork in It.

I came across this cauliflower crust pizza on Pinterest, and was instantly intrigued.

Cauliflower Crust Pizza & Stick a Fork in It

A low-carb pizza? Sign me up! I was skeptical, of course, but curious enough to try it and see how it tasted. I was pleasantly surprised by the results. Now obviously, it is not quite the same as a traditional piece of pizza with soft, chewy crust, but it’s a great substitute when you’re watching your carb intake.

My husband isn’t a huge fan of cauliflower, so I planned on making the pizza before he got home from work. So the general conclusion…Healthy, tasty and husband-approved? Cauliflower Crust PizzaYields: 1 serving* Ingredients: 1 cup cooked, riced cauliflower 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese* 1 egg, beaten 1 tsp dried oregano 1/2 tsp crushed garlic 1/2 tsp garlic salt Olive oil (optional) Pizza sauce Mozzarella cheese, shredded Other additional toppings of your choice *Many people have commented and said that the amount of cheese can be reduced by half, and still taste just as good!

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(Try it here!) Finally and most important of all, we’ve imported over 2 million blogs from the old system.