Creamy and fun, this Green Pea Hummus is a tasty, kid approved spin on classic hummus. Green peas add a yummy flavor that my kids loved.
When I thought of this Green Pea Hummus is was definitely one of those duh moments. You know, when you're just like why didn't I think of this sooner?! It seems so obvious now, my daughters love peas and hummus so why not combine the two into one creamy, nutrient dense dip.
Peas are packed with all kinds of nutritious goodness including vitamins C, A, and K plus they are a good source of iron and even have protein. Combine that with the protein richness of chickpeas and you easily shut down all those "but, where do you get your protein" questions.
Ingredients
This pea hummus is super simple to make with 6 to 8 ingredients needed depending on your child's taste preferences. While testing, I initially left the tahini and cumin out and although tasty, my kids found it a little on the blander side. So, although my kids prefer the extra flavor of these two ingredients, yours may not if they don't already eat hummus. This way would also be great for introducing to babies just beginning solids or those sensitive to sesame seeds. My 13 month old really enjoyed it as well!
- chickpeas
- green peas
- reserved liquid from chickpeas
- garlic
- tahini
- salt
- cumin
- fresh lemon juice
See recipe card for quantities.
Instructions
Making this dip is so easy! Dump everything into the bowl of the food processor. Blend until smooth and creamy, scrapping down the sides of the bowl as needed.
Equipment
You will need a food processor or a blender to make this dip. Basic kitchen gear such as measuring cups and spoons and a spatula are also needed.
Storage
Store hummus in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Good for 3-4 days.
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Recipe
Green Pea Hummus - Oil free
Equipment
- Food processor
Ingredients
- 1 15 oz can of chickpeas, drain reserving the liquid, and rinse
- 1 ½ cup cooked green peas I used leftovers from dinner.
- ¼ cup reserved liquid from chickpea can
- 1 garlic clove, peeled
- 2 tablespoon tahini optional
- ¼ tsp salt + more to taste
- ¼ -½ teaspoon cumin optional
- 1 tablespoon fresh squeezed lemon juice
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients in bowl of food processor.1 15 oz can of chickpeas, drain reserving the liquid, and rinse , 1 ½ cup cooked green peas, ¼ cup reserved liquid from chickpea can, 1 garlic clove, peeled , 2 tablespoon tahini, ¼ teaspoon salt + more to taste , ¼ -½ teaspoon cumin, 1 tablespoon fresh squeezed lemon juice
- Blend, scraping down sides of bowl as needed, until smooth and creamy.
- Taste and adjust seasonings to your like.
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