How to Make Chef John's Green Hummus - A Step-by-Step Guide

Welcome to Chef John's kitchen, where we're always looking for new and exciting ways to elevate classic dishes. Today, we're putting a twist on the traditional hummus recipe by adding fresh, vibrant ingredients to create a green hummus that's as visually stunning as it is delicious. This recipe is perfect for those looking to add more vegetables to their diet while still enjoying a beloved appetizer.

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Ingredients

  • ⅓ cup firmly packed fresh basil leaves
  • 4 cloves garlic, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice, or to taste
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
  • 1 (15 ounce) can garbanzo beans, drained
  • 1 (15 ounce) can white beans, drained
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 10 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil; add the basil and cook uncovered until bright green, about 20 seconds. Immediately plunge basil in ice water until cold. Squeeze basil to remove excess moisture and pat dry with a paper towel.
  • Put basil, garlic, lemon juice, 1 tablespoon olive oil, garbanzo beans, and white beans, salt, and black pepper, respectively, in a blender. Cover and blend until almost smooth; add remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil and puree until smooth.
  • Nutrition

    200 cal.

    • Total Fat: 8g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Sodium: 144mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 27g
    • Dietary Fiber: 6g
    • Total Sugars: 0g
    • Protein: 8g
    • Vitamin C: 4mg
    • Calcium: 75mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 420mg