Spicy Hummus Mushroom Poppers

October 13, 2015

Surprise your tailgating friends with these Spicy Hummus Mushrooms Poppers at the next big event!

By posting this recipe, I am entering a recipe contest sponsored by Sabra Dipping Co. LLC and am eligible to win prizes associated with the contest. I received coupons for a free product used in testing this recipe. I was not compensated for my time.

Did you know enjoying two heaping spoonfuls of hummus a day will fulfill your bean recommendation for the week?! #TwoSpoons

Beans are a great, heart-healthy protein option and contain complex carbohydrates which help with blood sugar control. Stuffed mushrooms are usually filled with meat and cheese which means a lot of saturated fat and cholesterol in one small bite. Since there tends to be an abundance of heavy dishes at tailgating events and football parties, it’s smart to keep a balance among the party foods. Adding a healthier [but still delicious!] item like these Spicy Hummus Mushroom Poppers is a winning game day play!

Sabra® hummus is the perfect option for your tailgating menu, whether it’s served on a tray with veggies or used in a recipe. Their Supremely Spicy Hummus brings the heat, so if you like spicy, this mouth-watering dip is for you. Be a good friend and give a disclaimer to others before they pop one in their mouth!

If you get hungry while preparing this recipe, just take a quick snack break…

#TwoSpoons of this hummus provides:
70 calories
5 grams fat [1 gram saturated]
4 grams carbohydrates [1 gram fiber]
2 grams protein

If you want to add a little crunch on top, crush up a few saltine crackers into a fine crumb and sprinkle over the mushrooms before baking. And if there’s a bit of the hummus filling leftover, use it as a sandwich spread or dip some veggies or chips into it!

Spicy Hummus Mushroom Poppers

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Author: Karman Meyer, Dietitian at The Nutrition Adventure

Ingredients

24 baby bella mushrooms
1 cup kale finely chopped
1 clove garlic
3 tablespoons olive oil divided
2/3 cups Sabra® Supremely Spicy Hummus
2 tablespoons cilantro finely chopped (if desired)

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Clean mushrooms by gently wiping with a paper towel to remove any dirt. Remove stems from mushrooms caps and chop them very fine. Set aside. Place mushroom caps on a baking sheet.
2. Heat 1 tablespoon of the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once heated, add the mushroom stems, kale and garlic. Saute for 3 minutes, then remove from heat. Add the hummus to the skillet and mix well. Stir in cilantro if using.
3. Drizzle the mushroom caps on the baking sheet with the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil and toss to coat. Fill mushrooms with the hummus mixture using a spoon. Bake on the middle oven rack for 15 minutes. Place mushrooms on a serving tray and enjoy!