Hummus!

Good afternoon Readers! Today's awesome snack: hummus! Originated in the Middle East, this blended chickpea spread is delicious, full of fiber, iron, vitamin c and healthy fats and comes in a variety of flavors that can please the pickiest eater. For more info on hummus (and some great recipes!) check out this site.

So how do we get our kiddos to consume such a healthy and filling snack? By making it fun! I usually buy hummus from the refrigerated section at our local Sunflower Market (it's available in most stores--check the refrigerators by the produce or cheese). From chipotle to roasted garlic, the flavors (and colors) are endless and all of them have the same benefits as the plain original hummus.

But what can we put this stuff on? This is where the adventure really begins! Dipping or spreading hummus on bread or tortillas is delicious but what's really fun is finding other dippers. At our house, we like pretzel crisps (here's a link to the pretzel crisp website which shows where you can buy them and what varieties are available) as well as pita chips or even artichoke leaves, all smothered with hummus. Other veggies such as celery sticks or baby carrots are great too and get in more fiber for the happy digestion of little tummies.

So now it’s your turn. Venture forth, dear Readers, and experiment with dippers and hummus. Tell me in my comments area of you find something that’s delicious with hummus on it—I’d love to hear from you! Have fun, take risks and, as always, ENJOY!