Tuesday, August 9, 2011

Lemon-Garlic Chick Pea Dip

Hey everyone! Here's a great summer-friendly dip from Rachael Ray and a reminder that the linky for the Celebrity Cook-Along will be up on Sunday! This easy dip is very fresh and lemony, I love it!
Lemon-Garlic Chick Pea Dip
(1) 15oz can Chick Peas, drained
1 clove garlic, cracked and skinned
1 lemon, zested and juiced
4-5 sprigs fresh thyme leaves, stripped from stems
S&P to taste
A few drops of hot sauce
1/4 C olive oil
Add everything except olive oil to a food processor, turn it on and stream in the EVOO till a nice dipping consistency.
Serve with celery, cucumber, bell pepper (any veggie), grapes and potato, pita or tortilla chips.

Notes:
  • I rinsed the chick peas.
  • You do need to add some salt.
  • I can see folks noshing on it around the pool, or it would be great for bridal/baby showers.
  • If you like lemon, you will like this dip!
Have a happy day:@)

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31 comments:

  1. From the KitchenAugust 9, 2011 at 7:21 AM

    Looks like the perfect summer treat!

    Best,
    Bonnie

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  2. AnonymousAugust 9, 2011 at 7:49 AM

    this sounds great,, yummo as Rachel would say!

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  3. AnonymousAugust 9, 2011 at 8:14 AM

    Yum!...I love me some lemon anything.

    We getting ready to cook with Rachel Ray,hey I thought you and Earl was headed to the Jersey shore?
    ~Jo

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  4. AnonymousAugust 9, 2011 at 8:37 AM

    ...and served in a Boopie sherbet!
    Do you collect them?

    Oh, and the recipe sounds tasty, too. :-)

    ...Karen

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  5. Barbara F.August 9, 2011 at 8:51 AM

    I am getting ready to cook with RR! This dip looks and sound delish. I love your presentation (I have the same glass). Next week is my "staycation/houseguest time but I don't want to miss the cook along. xo,

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  6. DebbieAugust 9, 2011 at 8:57 AM

    Have a can of chick peas in the pantry right now! I am positive that this easy peasie treat will be right up my daughter's alley.

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  7. JaneAugust 9, 2011 at 9:05 AM

    The dip sounds delicious but it's the presentation of the dip that I just love!! That shot looks straight out of a magazine!
    Jane

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  8. UnknownAugust 9, 2011 at 9:52 AM

    This looks so yummy...I love hummus! Thanks for stopping by to visit my girls at the Chicken Mansion!

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  9. Blondie's JournalAugust 9, 2011 at 10:21 AM

    I'm always looking for new dips...this sounds delicious!

    XO,
    Jane

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  10. Linda @ A La CarteAugust 9, 2011 at 10:32 AM

    Well anything in a Boopie glass makes me happy!

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  11. Terri @ that's some good cookin'August 9, 2011 at 10:49 AM

    Thanks for the recipe AND the reminder about the celebrity cook along. I am so excited; it will be my first time participating!

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  12. The Charm of HomeAugust 9, 2011 at 10:57 AM

    That sounds really good Lynn. I should make some sammies. Rachel is always making a version of these. Thanks for stopping by.
    Sherry

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  13. no spring chickenAugust 9, 2011 at 11:00 AM

    Mmmm. I love hummus but don't always have tahini on hand. I love this fresh sounding alternative!

    Blessings, Debbie

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  14. RettabugAugust 9, 2011 at 11:05 AM

    Hi Lynn!
    I'm sending a link to this recipe to my Vegan sister...she's gonna ♥♥♥ it! Thanks for sharing.

    I'm having a really hard time making up my mind as to what I want to make of RR's recipes. Hmmmmmm.....

    Hugs,
    Rett

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  15. SarahAugust 9, 2011 at 11:31 AM

    This looks refreshing. Thanks!

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  16. Cathy at Wives with KnivesAugust 9, 2011 at 12:21 PM

    Yum, this sounds delicious. My challenge would be to use carrot and celery sticks and not fried pita chips.

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  17. bjAugust 9, 2011 at 1:24 PM

    ooo, this sounds good..uhhh, what is CHICK peas..? are they like our blackeyed peas??

    And I have cooked my RR recipe and have my post standing by in draft..:)

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  18. bjAugust 9, 2011 at 1:24 PM

    ooo, and did you notice my little pink cupcake beside my name?? :)

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  19. Pattie @ Olla-PodridaAugust 9, 2011 at 1:42 PM

    This looks delicious and is so beautifully displayed. I love the dish -- is it vintage?

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  20. xinexAugust 9, 2011 at 4:01 PM

    Great dip for carrots and celery while snakcing in front of the TV...Christine

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  21. DebbieAugust 9, 2011 at 5:56 PM

    mmmmmmmm....I LOVE chick peas!!!
    This looks great!
    Debbie
    xxxooo

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  22. MichaeleAugust 9, 2011 at 6:16 PM

    You had me at lemon-garlic. Love the photo!!!

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  23. LaAugust 9, 2011 at 6:48 PM

    This sounds delicious and healthy. Great presentation, Lynn!

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  24. Yellow Rose ArborAugust 9, 2011 at 9:06 PM

    Sounds good! I can't have lemon zest tho :-(

    I'm getting something ready for your celebrity party!

    Katherine

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  25. Chatty CroneAugust 9, 2011 at 9:38 PM

    Almost like a hummus, but without the tahini (?) paste. Looks delish.

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  26. MaggieAugust 10, 2011 at 5:14 AM

    Love the look of the dip and it sounds so simple to make. Will try it this weekend as an appetiser.
    Maggie

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  27. From Beyond My Kitchen WindowAugust 10, 2011 at 10:08 AM

    Everything I have ever tried of Rachael Ray's has been delicious. This looks easy and delicious.

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  28. GardenOfDaisiesAugust 11, 2011 at 12:18 AM

    Ummmm, lemony hummus! Sounds so delicious!

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  29. UnknownAugust 11, 2011 at 8:54 PM

    Lynn -- a very yumm-o looking dip BUT I love that you've served it in a vintage boopie sherbet glass :)

    Blessings!
    Gail

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  30. The Fajdich TimesAugust 12, 2011 at 10:49 AM

    This sounds great:)

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  31. The Single NesterAugust 12, 2011 at 4:48 PM

    Can't wait to try this! If I could put lemon and garlic on everything, I would - well, I actually do :)

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