Hoppin' John hummus and salad

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LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (KTHV) -- Today we will show you two great recipes, one for hummus and one for a salad.

Margaret Pauly with FitNuH will show Alyse and Tom how to make these recipes.

Hoppin' John Hummus

Ingredients:
1 can blackeye peas, drained and rinsed (about 1.75 cups)
1 clove garlic, chopped
2 tsp cumin
1 Tbs olive oil
1 Tbs tahini paste
1 Tbs lemon juice

Blend all ingredients in a food processor until smooth. May need to add water to thin out. Serve with fresh cucumber slices and carrot slices or baked pita chips.
Serving size: makes approximately 12 servings - 2 Tbs each
40 calories - 1.8 g. fat

Hoppin' John Salad
1 can blackeye peas, drained and rinsed (about 1.75 cups)
1 cup cooked brown rice (1/2 cup uncooked)
½ cup celery, chopped
2 scallions, chopped
½ cup red bell pepper, chopped
¼ cup lemon juice
1 Tbs olive oil
1 clove garlic, minced
salt and pepper to taste

Mix beans, cooked rice, celery, scallions, and red bell pepper together in a bowl. Mix lemon juice, olive oil and garlic in a small bowl. Pour over bean/rice mixture and mix well. Salt and pepper to taste. Best if allowed to rest in refrigerator for at least 1 hour to allow flavors to blend.

Serving size: Makes approximately 6 ½-cup servings.

100 calories - 2.5 g fat