Sundried Tomato and Paprika Hummus

Hummus. The word itself just makes me so happy. Add "Sundried Tomato and Paprika" before that little word? I think I just won the flavor lottery. Nommmmm. This hummus is full of that creamy chickpea-tahini goodness, with the bonus of tangy sundried tomatoes and spicy paprika. Mmmm. Served with a big plate of raw veggies and toasted pita bread, I think I could eat this at every meal and be perfectly content.

Sundried Tomato and Paprika Hummus.

Sundried Tomato and Paprika Hummus; Vegan. Gluten-Free. Makes 1 cup.

Ingredients

1. 1 cup canned chickpeas, drained and rinsed
2. 1 tsp minced garlic
3. danes of garlic powder and paprika
4. 2 tsp fresh lemon juice
5. 4 sundried tomatoes, chopped finely (make sure they are not oil-packed)
6. 1 tsp tahini
7. water, to blend

Method

1. Combine all ingredients in a mini food processor and blend until smooth (tomatoes will remain a bit chunky--this is perfectly fine). 
2. Scoop into bowl and sprinkle with paprika.
3. Serve with veggies or spread on toast. Enjoy! 

Spicy Raw Carrot Burgers with Portabello Bun

Prepare to have your mind blown. I'm so not kidding. This is the best thing I have ever tasted. And yes, I know that is a VERY bold statement. And it's 100% true. The combination of flavors in this burger are unbelievably delicious. Heck, don't take my word for it--GO MAKE THIS RIGHT NOW!

Spicy Raw Carrot Burger with Portabello Bun.

Spicy Raw Carrot Burgers with Portabello Buns; Vegan, Gluten Free. Makes one Burger.

Ingredients

1. 1 medium carrot (mine weighed 4 oz.), peeled and chopped
2. 1 T lemon juice
3. 1/8 cup chopped onion
4. 2 tsp spicy brown mustard
5. garlic, oregano, basil, black pepper
6. 4 sundried tomatoes (make sure they are not oil-packed), chopped
7. 2 raw portabello mushroom caps, washed and stems removed

Method

1. Combine all ingredients (except mushrooms) in food processor and process until very finely chopped and well-combined. 
2. Scoop into hands, form into a patty and place on one of the mushroom halves. Top with remaining mushroom and EAT!

Spicy Deliciousness. Oh yeah.