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Spinach and Chive Cauliflower "Hummus"

Whether you can't eat legumes or you're cutting carbs, we've got you covered with this dip. Steamed cauliflower takes the place of garbanzo beans in this "hummus," and is keto-friendly, low-carb, and still delicious.
bowl of spinach and chive cauliflower hummus

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Dietary Interests: Gluten-Free , Vegan , Vegetarian

Allergens: Sesame

Yield:

9 servings (575 g)

Total Time:

21 Minutes

Print:

8.5x11

Difficulty:

Simple

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Yield:

9 servings (575 g)

Total Time:

21 Minutes

Print:

8.5x11

Difficulty:

Simple

Save To:

Recipe Book

Ingredients

  • 2 Tablespoons (30 ml) extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 cups (50 g) baby spinach, lightly packed
  • ½ cup (15 g) fresh chives
  • 1 garlic clove, peeled
  • ¼ cup (36 g) sesame seeds
  • 4 cups (450 g) cauliflower, cut into florets
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt, optional

Directions

  1. Briefly steam or boil the cauliflower, about 3-5 minutes or until just tender, then shock in an ice water bath. Drain well and dry completely.
  2. Place all ingredients into the Vitamix container in the order listed and secure the lid.
  3. Run the Dips & Spreads Program or start the blender on its lowest speed, then quickly increase to its highest speed.  Blend for 60 seconds, using the tamper to push ingredients toward the blades.

Ingredients

  • 2 Tablespoons (30 ml) extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 cups (50 g) baby spinach, lightly packed
  • ½ cup (15 g) fresh chives
  • 1 garlic clove, peeled
  • ¼ cup (36 g) sesame seeds
  • 4 cups (450 g) cauliflower, cut into florets
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt, optional

Directions

  1. Briefly steam or boil the cauliflower, about 3-5 minutes or until just tender, then shock in an ice water bath. Drain well and dry completely.
  2. Place all ingredients into the Vitamix container in the order listed and secure the lid.
  3. Run the Dips & Spreads Program or start the blender on its lowest speed, then quickly increase to its highest speed.  Blend for 60 seconds, using the tamper to push ingredients toward the blades.