Garbanzo-Stuffed Mini Peppers

source	Taste of Home
categories	appetizer, vegetable, heart healthy
yield	32 appetizers
prep time
total time	20 min

INGREDIENTS

1 tsp cumin seeds

1 can (15 oz) garbanzo beans or chickpeas, rinsed and drained

¼ cup fresh cilantro leaves

3 Tbsp water

3 Tbsp cider vinegar

¼ tsp salt

16 miniature sweet peppers, halved lengthwise

Additional fresh cilantro leaves

INSTRUCTIONS

1. In a dry small skillet, toast cumin seeds over medium heat until aromatic, 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently. Transfer to a food processor. Add garbanzo beans, cilantro, water, vinegar and salt; pulse until blended.

2. Spoon into pepper halves. Top with additional cilantro. Refrigerate until serving.

NOTES

Nutrition Facts 1 appetizer: 15 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 36mg sodium, 3g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 1g protein.

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