Basil Pesto Hummus

If there’s one thing you need for sandwiches, crackers, and chips, it’s this yummy basil pesto hummus made with lovely garden-fresh basil. 

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What We Love About This Basil Pesto Hummus

• Multi-use option: This basil pesto hummus is a hassle-free option for those seeking a quick and delicious spread or dip to enhance their meals.
• Filling: Hummus is made with chickpeas, which is already quite filling on its own, but it’s even better when served with crackers or vegetables. 

Basil Pesto Hummus Ingredients

• Chickpeas – Canned chickpeas will do. Make sure it’s been drained and rinsed with water to get rid of any residual salt from the brine. 
• Basil – Fresh basil is used to make the pesto in this hummus. 
• Parmesan Cheese – Parmesan cheese is essential to making good pesto, and it also helps add an umami flavor to the hummus. 
• Seasoning – Add salt to taste.
• Garlic – Some minced garlic helps add another savory element to the dish.
• Extra Virgin Olive Oil – Extra virgin olive oil helps to thin the mixture and makes the hummus smoother. 
• Lemon Juice – Some lemon juice helps cut through the richness of the oil and cheese and brings some acidity to the dish. 

How to Make Basil Pesto Hummus

1. Combine all of the ingredients. Blend in a food processor until smooth. 
   
2. Add seasoning. Taste as you go. 
3. Transfer the hummus to a bowl. Serve immediately. 

Make Ahead and Storing Instructions: 

• To make ahead: Prepare the hummus ingredients and the basil pesto ingredients separately so that you can quickly blend both together before serving. 
• To store: Smooth the surface of the hummus with a spatula to minimize air exposure which can darken it, then store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator.  

Recipe Variations 

• Make it creamy: Blend in a spoonful of Greek yogurt for a creamier texture and a hint of tanginess.
• Add some cheese: Add freshly grated Parmesan cheese and toasted pine nuts to the hummus for a richer and nuttier taste. 
• Add more herbs to your pesto: Experiment with other herbs like parsley and dill to give this recipe a more varied flavor profile. 
• Use flavored olive oil: To add more flavor to your hummus, use flavored olive oil like garlic olive oil or lemon olive oil instead of plain olive oil. 

Basil Pesto Hummus

If there’s one thing you need for sandwiches, crackers, and chips, it’s this yummy basil pesto hummus made with lovely garden-fresh basil.

Prep Time: 10 minutes mins

Total Time: 10 minutes mins

Servings: 8

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Ingredients 

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• ▢ 2 14 oz cans chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• ▢ ½ cup fresh basil
• ▢ ⅓ cup grated Parmesan cheese
• ▢ salt to taste
• ▢ 4 garlic cloves, minced
• ▢ ⅓ cup extra virgin olive oil
• ▢ 2 tbsp lemon juice

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Instructions 

• Add all the ingredients to a food processor and process until smooth.
• Season to taste with salt.
• Transfer to a bowl and serve or refrigerate until ready to use.

Notes

• Hummus tends to thicken over time, so feel free to add a bit of olive oil or water before serving if needed.
• Hummus with a high olive oil content may separate when frozen and thawed. It’s generally recommended to avoid freezing hummus.

Nutrition

Calories: 101kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 1gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 4mgSodium: 73mgPotassium: 23mgFiber: 0.1gSugar: 0.1gVitamin A: 116IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 43mgIron: 0.2mg

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

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