Hummus and Tabbouleh

Hummus is always a quick snack, but with the addition of Tabbouleh and some pita bread it was dinner.

Super Simple Hummus (low-fat)
blend:
1 can chick peas
1 small lemon juiced
1 tbsp tahini
chopped garlic (to taste)
water or bean liquid until desired consistency.

Tabbouleh (Recipe courtesy of Raulla Simko)
Soak 1/2 C Bulgar in 1 C water for about an hour
Chop parsley, tomato and green onion in small pieces.
Mix ingredients together and add Lemon juice, olive oil and salt to taste.

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