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Warm Hummus with Ground Lamb and Pomegranate

    This easy Lebanese appetizer recipe is made with creamy hummus topped with ground lamb cooked in cinnamon then topped with tart pomegranate seeds.

    olive oil being drizzled onto warm hummus

    Hummus is one of my favorite appetizers for hosting friends and family during the busy holiday season. Versatile, crowd-pleasing, and full of fresh flavors – it is always a hit.

    As we head through the year I love taking my traditional hummus platter and turning it into a warm and comforting dish. After seeing how popular my Mexican Baked Hummus Dip was with all of you, I knew it was time to share another hot dip: Warm Hummus with Lamb and Pomegranate.

    Warm Hummus with Lamb and Pomegranate a crowd pleasing Lebanese recipe

    By placing the hot lamb directly from the pan onto the platter of hummus, the dip slowly warms up allowing all of the flavors to truly open up. For a burst of sweetness and a crunchy texture, I sprinkle pomegranate seeds and fresh parsley all over the platter before serving.

    Warm Hummus with Ground Lamb

    The end result? A warm Lebanese hummus dip that no one can resist. As an added bonus, it just so happens to be naturally gluten free, low carb and high protein.

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    Warm Hummus with Ground Lamb

    Warm Hummus with Ground Lamb and Pomegranate

    4.34 stars average
    This easy Lebanese appetizer recipe is made with creamy hummus topped with ground lamb cooked in cinnamon then topped with tart pomegranate seeds.
    PREP: 20 mins
    COOK: 12 mins
    TOTAL: 32 mins
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    Servings: 16

    Ingredients
     

    Instructions
     

    • Prepare the Classic Hummus according to directions or purchase hummus in the store and spread out on a platter in a thin layer.
    • Meanwhile, heat a medium non-stick skillet over medium high head and add ground lamb. Begin breaking down with a wooden spoon into bite sized pieces. Sprinkle with All-Purpose Lebanese Spice Blend and continue cooking until lamb is browned and cooked through.
    • Using a slotted spoon, remove hot lamb and place directly onto the hummus platter. Sprinkle with pomegranate seeds as well as parsley and/or olive oil if you wish. Serve with pita bread. 

    Nutrition

    Serving: 2tablespoonsCalories: 133kcalCarbohydrates: 6.4gProtein: 5.4gFat: 9.7gSaturated Fat: 2.8gMonounsaturated Fat: 6.9gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 272mgFiber: 1.7gSugar: 1.4g

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    Liz DellaCroce

    Liz Della Croce is the creator and author of The Lemon Bowl, a healthy food blog. Since 2010, Liz has been sharing delicious recipes that just so happen to be healthy. By using real ingredients with an emphasis on seasonality, Liz has built a growing audience of loyal readers who crave good food for their families. Click Here To Subscribe to my newsletter:

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