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Pistachio Hummus

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.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Course Appetizer, Snack
Servings 8 servings
Calories 170 kcal

Equipment

Ingredients
  

  • 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

Instructions
 

  • 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.

Nutrition

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
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