Pistachio Hummus
Tracy Shaw
This unique Pistachio Hummus recipe puts a spin on the classic chickpea-based dip that will have your friends and family wondering where this delicious, nutty twist came from.
Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Servings 8 servings
Calories 170 kcal
- 15 oz chickpeas reserve liquid from can
- 1/2 cup shelled pistachios
- 3 cloves garlic
- 2 tbsp tahini
- Juice from one lemon
- 1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 jalapeno optional
- 2 tbsp fresh cilantro optional
- Sea salt and pepper to taste (optional)
- Pomegranate arils for garnish
Add chickpeas, pistachios, garlic, cilantro and jalapeno (optional), tahini, and lemon juice and to the container of a food processor.
Slowly add the olive oil while pureeing.
Slowly add just enough reserved liquid from the chickpeas, to create a smooth, creamy texture if needed.
Season with salt and pepper if desired.
Calories: 170kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 7gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 5mgPotassium: 260mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 74IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 42mgIron: 2mg
Keyword easy snack, heallthy, healthy snacks, hummus, pistachios