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Fresh Green Pea Hummus

Fresh green pea hummus is a seasonal spring twist on a classic. A light and fresh addition to any appetizer table. 

Course Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine American
Keyword english peas, fresh peas, hummus
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 6 servings
Calories 173 kcal
Author betsy

Ingredients

  • 2 cups fresh english peas shelled
  • 3/4 teaspoon cumin
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 1/4 cup tahini
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1/2 cup fresh herbs any combination of cilantro, basil, parsley, chives, chervil, mint
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Cook peas in a saucepan of boiling salted water  6 to 10 minutes. When sweet and tender, immediately remove the peas from the boiling water with a slotted spoon and transfer to an ice bath to stop the cooking. Let sit until the peas are fully cooled, 1 to 2 minutes, then drain.

  2. Combine peas with remaining ingredients in a food processor. Puree until smooth. For a smoother texture, add olive oil, one tablespoon at a time until desired consistency is achieved. 

Nutrition Facts
Fresh Green Pea Hummus
Amount Per Serving (6 servings)
Calories 173 Calories from Fat 90
% Daily Value*
Fat 10g15%
Saturated Fat 1g5%
Sodium 8mg0%
Potassium 268mg8%
Carbohydrates 13g4%
Fiber 4g16%
Sugar 3g3%
Protein 8g16%
Vitamin A 370IU7%
Vitamin C 22mg27%
Calcium 68mg7%
Iron 2.6mg14%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.