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

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.
Course Snack
Cuisine American, Mediterranean
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings 12
Calories 74
Author Elizabeth

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 1 15 Ounce Can Chickpeas reserve the liquid
  • ¼-½ Cup Aquafaba this is the reserved liquid
  • ⅓ Cup Tahini
  • 2 Tablespoons Lemon Juice
  • 3 Cloves Minced Garlic
  • 1 Teaspoon Cumin
  • ½ Teaspoon Salt
  • 2 Cups Packed Fresh Basil

Instructions

  • Add all ingredients, except the aquafaba, to a food processor.
  • Blend, adding the aquafaba, until you reach your desired consistency. Enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 74kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Sodium: 199mg | Potassium: 102mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 0.1g | Vitamin A: 223IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 32mg | Iron: 1mg