Walnutty Hummus Dip

1/4 cup walnut oil
1 garlic clove, peeled and quartered
1 14-oz can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
1/2 teaspoon orange zest
1/4 cup orange juice
1 teaspoon sea salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Process walnut oil and garlic in a food processor, blender or use mortar and pestle until smooth. Add chickpeas, orange zest, orange juice, salt, and pepper and continue to process to a smooth consistency. Adjust seasoning if necessary.

Serve hummus dip with a platter of crudites and toasted pita triangles.

Per serving: 111 calories, 57% fat (7g; <1g saturated), 36% carbs (10g), 7% protein (2g), 2 g fiber, 15 mg calcium, <1 mg iron, 407 mg sodium

Recipe from Natural Health Magazine March 2006 -- Excellent.