Low Sodium Hummus for High Blood Pressure

Low sodium hummus is a heart healthy and satisfying snack

Hummus is a great dip for pita chips or raw veggies. You can spread it on a piece of toast and top with avocado slices. It’s also a great condiment for sandwiches. Low sodium hummus is an option in case you’re concerned about your blood pressure or following a low sodium diet. 

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Low Sodium Hummus

Course: Appetizers and Snacks

Cuisine: Dairy Free, Gluten Free, Vegetarian

Condition: Chronic Kidney Disease, Heart Health, Low Sodium

Servings: 6 servings

Ingredients

• 1 can chickpeas no salt added
• 1/4 cup tahini
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic

Instructions

• Place chickpeas, tahini and garlic into a food processor. Blend until combined. Slowly add olive oil and continue to process until smooth. If too thick add water 1 Tbsp at a time until desired texture is reached.

Nutrition

Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 16g | Sodium: 70mg | Potassium: 159mg | Fiber: 4g

Kaitlin Williams Eckstein MPH, RD, LD

An award winning recipe developer, Dietitian Kaitlin’s mission is to empower others to reach their health goals by encouraging them to get back into the kitchen. Co-author of Nourished: 10 Ingredients to Happy, Healthy Eating and Cooking with Diabetes.