Spring Pea Hummus with Crudites
A vibrant and creamy spring pea hummus served with fresh, crunchy crudites, perfect for a light snack or appetizer bursting with bright flavors and nutrition.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups fresh or frozen peas (thawed if frozen)
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 2 tablespoons tahini
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- ½ teaspoon ground cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh mint leaves (optional, for garnish)
- Assorted crudites such as carrot sticks, cucumber slices, bell pepper strips, and radishes
Instructions
- In a food processor, combine the peas, chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, garlic, olive oil, and cumin.
- Blend until smooth and creamy, stopping to scrape down the sides as needed.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, and blend briefly to combine.
- Transfer the hummus to a serving bowl and garnish with fresh mint leaves if desired.
- Arrange assorted crudites on a platter around the hummus for dipping.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 2 days for flavors to meld.
Notes
For extra richness, drizzle a little more olive oil on top before serving. You can also add a pinch of smoked paprika or red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.
Find it online: https://seasonedrecipe.com/spring-pea-hummus-with-crudites/