LIMA BEAN HUMMUS

Lima Bean Hummus image

Provided by C G @Celestina9000

Categories Dips

Number Of Ingredients 9

12 ounce(s) frozen lima beans (or equivalent amount of cooked fresh lima beans)
2 tablespoon(s) tahini
2 tablespoon(s) extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoon(s) fresh lemon juice, to taste
2 clove(s) garlic, peeled
1/2 teaspoon(s) salt
- cracked black pepper, to taste
1/4 cup(s) fresh basil, coarsely chopped (fresh only!)
1/4-1/2 cup(s) reserved cooking liquid from the lima beans, or as much as desired to thin

Steps:

Cook lima beans according to package directions, drain and reserve ¼-1/2 cup of the cooking liquid. Note: to retain the nutrients and vitamins in the lima beans, I suggest lightly steaming.
In a food processor, combine all ingredients *except* cooking liquid or water.
Purée until smooth, gradually adding cooking liquid as desired to thin dip; scraping down sides of bowl as needed.
Arrange on a bowl or platter. Serve with cut up grille baguette, pita or Arabic bread, matzo, etc.