Description
This creamy Basil Pesto Hummus combines the rich flavors of fresh basil, pine nuts, and parmesan with traditional chickpeas and tahini to create a smooth and flavorful dip. Perfect for serving with veggies, crackers, or spreading on sandwiches, this gluten-free and vegan-friendly recipe is quick to prepare, nutritious, and packed with Mediterranean-inspired goodness.
Ingredients
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Chickpea Base
- 1 15-ounce can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1/4 cup tahini
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2-4 tablespoons water
Pesto Flavorings
- 2/3 cup fresh basil leaves
- 2 tablespoons pine nuts
- 2 tablespoons parmesan cheese or vegan parmesan
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
Instructions
- Prepare Chickpeas: Drain and thoroughly rinse the chickpeas under cold water. Transfer them to a food processor to start building the hummus base.
- Add Ingredients: Add tahini, fresh basil, pine nuts, parmesan (or vegan parmesan), olive oil, lemon juice, garlic cloves, and salt into the processor. Begin with 2 tablespoons of water to aid blending.
- Process to Creamy Consistency: Blend all ingredients until smooth and creamy. Allow the food processor to run for a few minutes to achieve a silky texture. If the hummus is too thick, add an additional 1-2 tablespoons of water gradually to reach desired consistency.
- Chill: Transfer the hummus into a container and refrigerate for about an hour to let the flavors meld and the dip to cool.
- Serve: Enjoy the basil pesto hummus with your favorite crackers, fresh vegetables, or use it as a flavorful spread on sandwiches.
Notes
- This Basil Pesto Hummus is gluten free and suitable for vegans when using vegan parmesan.
- For a thinner consistency, adjust the water gradually during blending.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4-5 days.
- You can substitute pine nuts with walnuts or almonds if preferred.
- Adding a bit more lemon juice can brighten the flavor if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup (about 62g)
- Calories: 147 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 370 mg
- Fat: 13 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 9 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
