These five alternative-hummus recipes feature other protein-packed ingredients to use amid the global chickpea shortage.

Trust: Theyre just as good, if not better than, the original version.

What has caused the dwindling supply of chickpeas?

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The answer is 100 percent yes.

After all,eating any form of beans regularly has been shown to help boost your longevity.

5 alt-hummus recipes to eat amid the global chickpea shortage

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Get the recipe:Lemon and Herb White Bean Dip

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Get the recipe:Crispy Roasted Cauliflower Hummus

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Cheesy Margherita Pizza Hummus

Okay, okay.

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This certainly isnt your normal hummus recipe; its actually better.

Thischeesy Margherita pizza hummus recipebyHalf Baked Harvestis the mashup we didnt know we all needed.

Get the recipe:Cheesy Margherita Pizza Hummus with Grilled Pesto Pizza Bread

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Way to overachieve, soybeans!

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A hand is stirring a sourdough starter in a glass jar, on a kitchen countertop. The light casts a warm glow, highlighting the ingredients inside the jar.

Two cups with coffee and green tea on a beige background.

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