Description
A delightful twist on classic hummus, blending creamy texture with vibrant pesto flavors, perfect for snacking or entertaining.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1/4 cup tahini
- 1/4 cup pesto sauce
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 garlic clove
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Water as needed
Instructions
- Gather all your ingredients. Drain and rinse the chickpeas in a colander.
- In a food processor, combine the chickpeas, tahini, pesto sauce, lemon juice, olive oil, and garlic clove.
- Blend until smooth and creamy; add water gradually to achieve desired consistency.
- Taste and season with salt and pepper, then blend briefly to incorporate.
Notes
For a smoother texture, peel the chickpeas after draining. You can also experiment with different pestos or add herbs for a unique twist.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg