Description
This Sweet Pea Hummus offers a delightful twist on the classic, with a subtle sweetness that pairs perfectly with vegetables, breads, or as a sandwich spread.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup (240 ml) chickpeas, cooked or canned
- 1 cup (240 ml) sweet peas or English peas, fresh and removed from their shell, or frozen and brought to room temperature
- 3-5 cloves of roasted garlic
- 1 tbsp tahini
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Salt, to taste
- Water, as needed
Instructions
- In a food processor, combine the chickpeas, sweet peas, roasted garlic, tahini, olive oil, and lemon juice.
- Blend the mixture until smooth, stopping occasionally to scrape down the sides of the bowl.
- Gradually add water, a tbsp at a time, and continue blending until the hummus reaches your desired consistency.
- Season with salt to taste and blend again briefly to incorporate.
- Transfer the hummus to a serving bowl and enjoy as a dip with vegetables, breads, or crackers, or use as a spread for sandwiches.
Notes
- For a smoother texture, ensure peas are at room temperature before blending.
- Adjust the amount of garlic to your taste preference.
- Store leftover hummus in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Serve with fresh vegetables, pita bread, or use as a sandwich spread with grilled vegetables and sprouts.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 2
- Sodium: 150
- Fat: 5
- Carbohydrates: 15
- Fiber: 4
- Protein: 5
- Cholesterol: 0