Garbanzo Spread

Serving Size : 6

15 ounces garbanzo beans, canned - (low-sodium variety)
2 cloves garlic — (2 to 3)
1 tablespoon vegan mayonnaise - (1 to 2) - or soy yogurt
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/8 teaspoon salt
4 green onions - finely chopped
2 tablespoons parsley - finely chopped
1 3/4 ounces chopped olives - canned - (which is 1/2 of 3.5 oz can)
freshly ground black pepper

Drain garbanzo beans and rinse. Add them to a food processor
along with the garlic, mayonnaise, lemon juice, and salt. If
using a blender, more liquid may be needed, such as a
tablespoon of water.

Remove to a serving bowl and add the green onions, parsley, and
chopped olives. Top with freshly grated black pepper. Makes 4
to 6 servings.

This is simple spread is nutritious and delicious. Use it on
crackers or as a filling for pita bread pockets with fresh
vegetables.