To prepare the hummus, combine all ingredients for the dip and mix them in a food processor or blender. Puree until smooth.
Prepare the chips, toss the pita triangles with the olive oil, garlic, and pepper.
Bake chips on a baking sheet in a 400 ºF oven for 10 minutes, or until crispy.
Arrange pita chips on a platter, and serve with the hummus.
Note: If you can’t find beans that are labeled “low sodium,” compare the Nutrition Facts panels to find the beans with the lowest amount of sodium. Rinsing can help reduce sodium levels further.
Nutrition (per serving):
Calories 235, Total fat 9 g, Saturated fat 1 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Sodium 225 mg, Total fiber 5 g, Protein 9 g, Carbohydrates 32 g, Potassium 259 m, Vitamin A 0%, Vitamin C 8%, Calcium 4%, Iron 10%
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.