Pâté de pois chiches

Pâté de pois chiches is a delightful Moroccan chickpea spread, rich in flavor and perfect for dipping or spreading on bread. Made with aromatic spices and fresh herbs, this vegetarian snack offers a taste of Moroccan cuisine right at home.

Ingredients

• Chickpeas - 200 grams (cooked or canned, drained)
• Tahini - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 1 clove (minced)
• Cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Fresh cilantro - 2 tablespoons (chopped)
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. In a food processor, combine the cooked chickpeas, tahini, minced garlic, cumin, paprika, fresh cilantro, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper.
2. Blend the mixture until smooth, adding a little water if needed to achieve the desired consistency.
3. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
4. Transfer the pâté to a serving bowl and drizzle with a little extra olive oil on top.
5. Serve with pita bread, crackers, or fresh vegetables.

Nutrition

• Calories: 250
• Protein: 8 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fiber: 8 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 250 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 12 g
• Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10.5 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in plant-based protein from chickpeas.
• Contains healthy fats from tahini and olive oil.

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