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Hummus is one of the smarter options for snacks and lunches, because it’s high in protein and low in calories (<\/span>1<\/span><\/a>). This riff on the classic adds more vegetables to lighten it up and makes it even healthier. Adding carrots gives it a pop of color and a little natural sweetness \u2014 and serving it in cucumber boats cuts out the carbs in the standard pita bread.<\/span><\/p>\n RD Tip: <\/b>This recipe will leave you with some extra hummus, which would work well as a sandwich spread or a light snack with cut up fresh vegetables.<\/span><\/p>\n Active time:<\/b> 15 minutes | <\/span>Total time:<\/b> 20 minutes<\/span><\/p>\n Ingredients<\/b><\/p>\n Directions<\/b><\/p>\n Set up a steamer and steam the carrots and whole garlic cloves over simmering water for 5 minutes. Transfer to the bowl of a food processor. Add the navy beans and process, scraping down the sides as needed, until completely smooth. Add the tahini, and process until smooth and well-mixed. Drizzle the lemon juice through the feed tube while the machine is running, then add the salt and paprika and mix. Scrape into a medium bowl. It will be thick; if desired, stir in a little water.<\/span><\/p>\n To serve, peel the cucumbers (if desired), then halve lengthwise. Using a small spoon, scrape out the seeds and pulp. Spoon 3 rounded tbsp of hummus into the cavity of each cucumber, spreading evenly with the spoon. Place on a plate, and sprinkle with green onions. Serve immediately.<\/span><\/p>\n Serves: 5 | Serving Size: 2 cucumber halves + 3 tbsp hummus<\/b><\/p>\n Nutrition (per serving):<\/b> Calories: 299; Total Fat: 16g; Saturated Fat: 2g; Monounsaturated Fat: 6g; Polyunsaturated Fat: 7g; Cholesterol: 0mg; Sodium: 442mg; Carbohydrate: 31g; Dietary Fiber: 10g; Sugar: 5g; Protein: 11g<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n Nutrition Bonus:<\/b> Potassium: 740mg; Iron: 22%; Vitamin A: 114%; Vitamin C: 25%; Calcium: 12%<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n Originally published October 13, 2018; Updated July 2026<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n The post Carrot-White Bean Hummus in Cucumber Boats<\/a> appeared first on MyFitnessPal Blog<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" This riff on the classic hummus adds more vegetables to lighten it up and add color and makes it even healthier.Carrot-White Bean Hummus in Cucumber Boats<\/b><\/h3>\n
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