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Basil Hummus Appetizer Plate
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BASIL HUMMUS

This delicious basil hummus recipe is everything yummy about hummus combined with the flavorful freshness of basil. Enjoy with raw veggies, crudite, and/or crackers!
Course Appetizer
Cuisine American
Keyword appetizers, vegan, vegetables, vegetarian
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings 6
Calories 111kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 15.5oz cans chickpeas (do not drain)
  • 2 tablespoons tahini
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
  • ¼ cup packed basil leaves
  • 1 ½ teaspoon fine sea salt or to taste
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper or to taste

Instructions

  • Add all ingredients to a high-powered blender. Process on low for 5 seconds, then turn to high for 5 to 10 seconds until all ingredients are pureed into a spread. Alternatively you can pulse all ingredients in short bursts if you prefer a chunkier hummus.
  • Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving. It will thicken slightly as it chills. Serve with vegetables and crackers.

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Nutrition

Calories: 111kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Sodium: 583mg | Potassium: 31mg | Fiber: 0.3g | Sugar: 0.1g | Vitamin A: 57IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 10mg | Iron: 0.3mg