Instructions: In food processor or blender combine garbanzo beans, tahini, lemon juice, garlic and salt; process until smooth.

Combine tomato, onions and parsley in small bowl.

Place bean mixture in medium serving bowl; spoon tomato mixture evenly over top. Serve with wedges of pita bread or assorted crackers.

This recipe yields 8 servings.

Comments: Look for tahini, a thick paste made from ground sesame seeds, in the ethnic section of major supermarkets, Middle Eastern markets or health food stores.

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