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Green Pea Hummus Dip

Green Pea Hummus Dip
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Ingredients:

  • 500g frozen peas
  • 3 cloves garlic, crushed
  • 3 tbsp light tahini paste
  • Juice of 1 large lemon (add more if preferred)
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • Chilli powder (optional)
  • Sea salt and black pepper

Hummus uses fresh, healthy, and deliciously tasty ingredients to make the nation’s favourite dip. Ideal for sandwich fillings, served as a dip, or with a main meal, Hummus is so versatile you can eat it anyway you like. And this is why Peas.org have added their own spin on this popular recipe.

Peas contain a whole rainbow of nutrients within their little green shells, not to mention a whole host of minerals too! This delicious Hummus recipe is a great way to get your kids used to the flavour of peas while eating a nutritious and healthy alternative to store-bought dips.

For more information on Peas visit peas.org

Method:

Add the peas to a pan of boiling water and simmer for 3 minutes.

Drain the peas and put in a food processor along with all the other ingredients; mix well until a paste is formed.

Season with sea salt and black pepper according to taste. Serve the green pea hummus in a dipping bowl, form a small hole in the centre of the mixture and add a tablespoon of olive oil and lightly dust with chili powder.

Serve with Crudites or toasted pitta bread.

Tips: Use the hummus as part of a main meal served with grilled fish or chicken and salad.