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The name pretty much says it all on this one - a double dose of citrus brightness; lemon juice and zest ... a vibrant burst of fresh herb flavor from Italian parsley, basil and cilantro and for beautiful color and a touch of unique sweetness, tiny peas in addition to the traditional garbanzo beans or chick peas. Spice it all up with garlic, cumin, coriander and a splash of Sriracha and you've got a recipe for healthy deliciousness.
Take it for lunch, serve it for snacks, it makes a great appetizer and if you're invited to or throwing a party, it's the perfect crowd pleaser. I guess what I'm trying to say is "Try it, I think you'll love it!".
- 2 15- ounce can garbanzo beans chickpeas, drained (reserve some of the liquid)
- 1 cup tiny frozen peas unthawed
- 3-4 large garlic cloves minced
- ½ cup tahini sesame seed paste, available at many larger groceries and at Middle Eastern markets
- ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons fresh Italian parsley leaves packed
- ½ cup fresh basil packed
- ¾ cup fresh cilantro packed
- 1 ½ teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon coriander
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 2 teaspoons Sriracha an Asian chili sauce that's available at most larger markets nowadays and at all Asian markets
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
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Combine drained garbanzo beans, peas and garlic in the bowl of a food processor. Process for 2-3 minutes until coarse puree forms. Scrape down sides of bowl every minute or so.
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Add tahini, lemon juice and zest, salt, coriander and cumin and Sriracha. Process for 1 minute, then add fresh herbs. Process for 3 minutes or until mixture is very smooth. If too thick add a bit of the liquid from garbanzo beans and mix thoroughly.
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Transfer hummus to a medium size bowl or storage container. Add olive oil and stir well till well incorporated.
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Serve at room temperature with crackers and/or crudités. Drizzle with a bit of good olive oil and garnish with a lemon twist and freshly ground black pepper, if desired.
Food, Fun and Life in the Charente says
I always used to make my own hummus but since I have been here in France I have not been able to find tahini! I must have another look..... Keep well Diane
Patty says
This has to be the prettiest hummus I've ever seen- love the bright green color and all your flavors-please pass the crackers or carrots;-)
Erin @ Dinners, Dishes, and Desserts says
Yum, I love hummus. What a great, bright flavor combination for it!
Rose Petal says
Yummy! This hummus looks so delicious my mouth is watering and it is 4.45 in the morning lol. Now I am hungry. This is definately going in my recipe book. Thanks for sharing 🙂