Description
Creamy, nutty, and herbaceous hummus with a vibrant green color, perfect as a dip, spread, or snack
Ingredients
- Chickpeas: 1 can (15 oz) drained and rinsed, the creamy base of the hummus
- Pistachios: 1/2 cup shelled, adds a nutty flavor and texture
- Fresh Basil Leaves: 1 cup packed, provides a fragrant, herbal note
- Garlic Cloves: 2 cloves, adds a pungent, aromatic punch
- Olive Oil: 1/4 cup, for smoothness and richness
- Lemon Juice: 2 tablespoons, brightens and balances flavors
- Tahini: 2 tablespoons, adds depth and creamy texture
- Salt: 1/2 teaspoon, enhances all the flavors
- Water: 2–4 tablespoons, to achieve desired consistency
Instructions
- Preheat Your Equipment: Gather and set up your food processor and utensils
- Combine Ingredients: Add chickpeas, pistachios, basil, garlic, tahini, lemon juice, olive oil, and salt to the food processor
- Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: Place a serving bowl nearby for transferring the hummus once blended
- Assemble the Dish: Blend the mixture until smooth, adding water gradually for the perfect consistency
- Cook to Perfection: No cooking needed, just taste and adjust seasoning
- Finishing Touches: Drizzle extra olive oil and sprinkle whole pistachios on top
- Serve and Enjoy: Scoop onto bread, crackers, or veggies and delight in every creamy bite
Notes
- Blend longer for an ultra-smooth texture
- Use room temperature ingredients for better emulsification
- Garnish generously to make it visually enticing
- Add a pinch of smoked paprika for extra depth or balsamic reduction for sweetness
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of recipe
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 14 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
Keywords: pistachio pesto hummus, nutty hummus, creamy hummus, vegan dip, healthy snack