Easy Basil Hummus (Pesto Hummus)

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This Basil Hummus is a pesto twist on classic hummus. A creamy hummus perfect for warm weather. Great on sandwiches, wraps, or serving with vegetables and pita.

A bowl of basil hummus garnished with a fresh basil leaf, with a plate of pitas.

This is the ultimate hummus-pesto mashup!

All the delightful fresh flavor of pesto in a dip that's perfect on crackers or veggies, with pita, or spread on wraps and sandwiches.

Basil hummus feels like summer! And it gives you a million new ways to enjoy the pesto flavor!

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Why You'll Love This Basil Hummus
Ingredient Notes & Substitutions
Step-By-Step Instructions
FAQ & Expert Tips
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A food processor bowl with freshly made basil hummus.

Why You'll Love This Basil Hummus

‍Dietary needs - this hummus is oil-free, dairy-free, plant-based, gluten-free, and sugar-free
Creamy without oil - this hummus is so smooth and creamy with out any highly processed ingredients
Hummus version of pesto - it's like a creamy pesto, but you can eat it on a cracker!
Quick and easy - ready in less than 10 minutes!

Ingredient Notes & Substitutions

Chickpeas: you can use canned or dry chickpeas for this recipe, just make sure to reserve the liquid from the can if you use canned or cooking liquid if you use dried
Aquafaba: this is the reserved liquid, it's what we'll use in place of the oil
Tahini: tahini is a sesame seed paste. If you don't have any you could use sunflower seed butter or almond butter
Lemon Juice: fresh is best
Minced Garlic: mincing the garlic before you blend it keeps it from getting too strong
Spices: cumin and salt
Fresh Basil

Step-By-Step Instructions

Step 1. Add all ingredients, except the aquafaba, to a food processor.

Basil Hummus Step 1 - add all the ingredients to the food processor.

Step 2. Blend, adding the aquafaba, until you reach your desired consistency. Enjoy!

Basil Hummus Step 2 - blend, adding the aquafaba to thin.

FAQ & Expert Tips

Can I use dried basil instead of fresh?

Not for this recipe. Fresh basil is best for flavor and color. Dried basil won't provide the same bright taste. If you can't get enough basil, you can sub up to half with fresh spinach.

How long does basil hummus last?

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.

What can I serve with basil hummus?

Serve with fresh pita or pita chips, crackers, or fresh veggies. Or, use as a spread for sandwiches and wraps.

Recipe Prayer

Thank you God for this hummus. Thank you for foods that fuel our bodies. Amen.

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