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*THIS POST CONTAINS AFFILIATE LINKS This is one of my favourite dips to serve on New Year’s eve or at any holiday party. In fact, this is the best hummus I have ever had and it’s actually adapted from a Weight Watchers cookbook recipe. It only takes 10 minutes to throw together so it’s perfect for prepping during busy holiday times. If you’re following the Weight Watchers Freestyle Program, it’s only 1 smart point per serving!
Most hummus recipes call for tahini, but this one uses yogurt instead, giving it that welcome tangy flavour boost. It makes a great appetizer/snack and you can serve it with veggies, pretzel rounds or pretzel crackers. I often take this chickpea dip to work with some pretzel crackers or baby carrots. It also makes a great healthy movie night snack!
This gluten-free hummus is also an excellent side for a bowl of soup or salad. So, if you are looking for a delicious and healthy dip, give this Weight Watchers hummus recipe with yogurt a try!
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Hummus
This 10 minute easy and healthy hummus made with yogurt instead of tahini, as well as being Weight Watchers friendly at only 1 smart point per serving!
Ingredients
- 3 cloves fresh garlic
- 1/4 cup plain low-fat yogurt or non-fat Greek yogurt
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp olive oil
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 6-8 sprigs fresh cilantro depending on your taste
- 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
- 1 19 ounce can chickpeas drained *garbanzo beans), reserve 3 tbsp liquid from chickpeas
Instructions
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In food processor, add all ingredients and process until smooth.
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Add reserved liquid from chickpeas as needed, until you achieve the desired texture (I usually add about 1 tbsp)
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Add additional cilantro and sprinkle a little crushed red pepper to garnish
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Makes 2 cups
Recipe Notes
*Note: Cilantro is sold in bunches of several stems with side branches. If you pull out one stem with all the side branches, then pinch off one of the side branches with 3 or 4 leaves, that's a sprig. If you find the flavor isn't strong enough, add more sprigs until it's at the level you like.
I love the sound of this with the yogurt, so yummy .
Hi: Thanks- yes, the yogurt gives it a nice flavour- different from tahini
I love the sound of this with the yogurt, so yummy .
Hi: Thanks- yes, the yogurt gives it a nice flavour- different from tahini
Hello there from the UK.
I made this for lunch but added more of the chickpea water because I wanted more of a sauce ti have with courgette noodles. It was lovely!! I have never really been a fan oh hummus but this converted me. I actually cannot believe how large a 25 calorie serving was!!
Many thanks.
Hi Alexandria! Thanks so much for taking the time to comment 🙂 I’m really glad you liked it and are now a hummus convert! Take care and I hope you stop by again soon.
Terri
Love hummus!! Will have to try this recipe!!!!
thanks, Tisha! Hope you enjoy it!