Appetizers

Butternut Squash Hummus Sliders

Name: Butternut Squash Hummus Sliders
Prep time: PTM
Cook time: PTM
Yield: 6
Ingredients: 1 cup ¾ inch cubes butternut squash; 2 tsp preferred vegetable oil; 1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed; ⅓ cup tahini; 3 tbs fresh lemon juice, divided; 1 garlic clove, chopped; ½ tsp ground cumin; ½ tsp fine sea salt; 1 bag Parmesan and Cheddar Brazi Bites; 1 large avocado, pitted and diced; 1 medium cucumber, peeled and thinly sliced; ½ cup jarred roasted red bell peppers, cut into strips; Alfalfa or radish sprouts

Serves | 6

Fresh butternut squash hummus is deliciously sandwiched between Cheddar & Parmesan Brazilian cheese bread and colorful veggie toppings.

Ingredients

1 cup ¾ inch cubes butternut squash
2 tsp preferred vegetable oil
1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
⅓ cup tahini
3 tbs fresh lemon juice, divided
1 garlic clove, chopped
½ tsp ground cumin
½ tsp fine sea salt
1 bag Parmesan and Cheddar Brazi Bites
1 large avocado, pitted and diced
1 medium cucumber, peeled and thinly sliced
½ cup jarred roasted red bell peppers, cut into strips
Alfalfa or radish sprouts

1
PREHEAT OVEN to 400°
2
On a baking sheet toss squash cubes with oil, spread out in a single layer, and roast until tender and lightly browned, about 25 minutes.
3
In a food processor combine roasted squash, chickpeas, tahini, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, garlic, cumin, and salt. Process until very finely ground. With the machine running, add ¼ cup cold water and process until completely smooth.
4
Bake Brazilian Cheese Bread according to package directions. Let cool slightly, then cut in half crosswise and lay the bottoms of each bite on a countertop.
5
In a small bowl mash avocado with remaining 1 tablespoon lemon juice.
6
Spread a small amount of hummus on bites. Top with a cucumber round, a small spoonful of mashed avocado, a couple red pepper strips, and sprouts. Place the top of each bite on top and serve.
7
Enjoy!