BASIL HUMMUS

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I created this recipe because I had too much basil left over from another recipe. It turned out fantastic and now it's on my list of favorites. You can substitute the tahini (roasted sesame paste) for almond butter, it will give it a nice, full nutty flavor. I serve it as an appetizer with oven roasted vegetables. To make the chickpeas easier to digest, I soak them in water for about 10 minutes and then remove their little skin. It takes a while but really is worth it if you have a sensitive stomach.

Provided by Dina Cohen

Categories     Beans

Time 10m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (15 ounce) canned chick-peas, rinsed and drained
2 1/2 tablespoons tahini
1 garlic clove
1 1/2 cups basil
1/2 cup olive oil
1 lemon, juice of
1/4 cup water
1 tablespoon coarse salt

Steps:

  • Put all ingredients in a blender.
  • Blend until the mixture has the texture of a puree.
  • Serve in a bowl.
  • Reserve a few basil leaves to decorate and drizzle with olive oil.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 439.8, Fat 32.9, SaturatedFat 4.5, Sodium 2102.6, Carbohydrate 30.9, Fiber 6.7, Sugar 0.3, Protein 8

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