Description
Lemon Basil Hummus is a vibrant and refreshing twist on the traditional dip, perfect for any occasion. With creamy chickpeas blended with zesty lemon and aromatic basil, this hummus offers a burst of flavor that elevates your snacking experience. Ready in just 10 minutes, it’s an ideal appetizer for parties, a quick snack, or even a gourmet spread for sandwiches. Serve it with fresh veggies or pita chips for a crowd-pleasing treat that will leave everyone wanting more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (15 oz) low-sodium chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 3 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 3 tbsp tahini paste
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- ½ tsp salt (adjust to taste)
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients in one place for easy access.
- Drain and rinse the canned chickpeas in cold water until clean.
- In a blender or food processor, combine chickpeas, basil leaves, garlic, lemon juice, tahini paste, olive oil, and salt.
- Blend on high speed until smooth and creamy; scrape down sides as needed.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with more lemon juice or salt if desired.
- Transfer to a serving bowl, drizzle with olive oil, garnish with basil leaves, and serve with pita chips or veggies.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 30g
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg