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    Pesto Hummus

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    Calling all pesto lovers! Smooth and creamy pesto hummus is a healthy, delicious and flavourful dip that is easy to make in just 5 minutes. This keto and gluten-free appetizer is made with a handful of traditional ingredients including chickpeas, tahini, garlic, olive oil, and lemon juice, with the addition of basil pesto. Make extra because this stuff is crave-worthy.

    Smooth and creamy pesto hummus is a healthy, delicious and flavourful dip that is easy to make in just 5 minutes. It's vegan and gluten-free. | aheadofthyme.com

    Pesto hummus is my new favourite way to use up any leftover pesto I have in the fridge. It's a quick and easy way to to incorporate more healthy snacks and appetizers into your diet, and it's also pretty amazing spread on sandwiches and wraps.

    If you like this dip, then you will love creamy hummus, roasted red pepper hummus, or avocado hummus.

    Smooth and creamy pesto hummus is a healthy, delicious and flavourful dip that is easy to make in just 5 minutes. It's vegan and gluten-free. | aheadofthyme.com

    Ingredients in Pesto Hummus

    To make easy pesto hummus, you will need the following ingredients:

    • chickpeas - one 400 ml (or 15 oz.) can of chickpeas or 1.5 cups cooked chickpeas.
    • reserved canned water - this is the secret to getting really creamy hummus.
    • tahini sesame paste
    • basil pesto - you can substitute this with your favourite kind of pesto such as sun-dried tomato pesto or avocado basil pesto.
    • garlic
    • olive oil
    • lemon juice 
    • salt
    • toppings - chickpeas, sesame seeds, olive oil, and pesto.

    You will also need a blender or food processor.

    Smooth and creamy pesto hummus is a healthy, delicious and flavourful dip that is easy to make in just 5 minutes. It's vegan and gluten-free. | aheadofthyme.com

    How to Make the Best Pesto Hummus

    Hummus is one of the easiest dips to make. It is a simple, throw everything into a blender recipe that requires almost no prep, other than measuring ingredients. To make this pesto hummus, place all the ingredients (chickpeas, reserved liquid, basil pesto, tahini, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and salt) into a blender or food processor. Puree until well blended and creamy.

    Pour into a serving bowl, drizzle some olive oil on top and garnish with reserved chickpeas, roasted sesame seeds, and a few spoonfuls of pesto.

    Smooth and creamy pesto hummus is a healthy, delicious and flavourful dip that is easy to make in just 5 minutes. It's vegan and gluten-free. | aheadofthyme.com

    Tips

    • How to serve: You can serve pesto hummus as a dip or spread in almost any kind of bread. Some of my favourites are sourdough crackers, pita bread, naan flatbread, or sourdough. Or keep this snack completely gluten-free by serving it with fruit and veggies.
    • How to store: Store pesto hummus in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 7-10 days.
    • How to freeze: You can freeze hummus in an airtight container for up to 3 months in the freezer. To serve, let it thaw in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
    Smooth and creamy pesto hummus is a healthy, delicious and flavourful dip that is easy to make in just 5 minutes. It's vegan and gluten-free. | aheadofthyme.com

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    Smooth and creamy pesto hummus is a healthy, delicious and flavourful dip that is easy to make in just 5 minutes. It's vegan and gluten-free. | aheadofthyme.com

    Pesto Hummus


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    • Author: Sam Hu | Ahead of Thyme
    • Total Time: 5 minutes
    • Yield: 2 cups
    • Diet: Vegan
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    Smooth and creamy pesto hummus is a healthy, delicious and flavourful dip that is easy to make in just 5 minutes. It's keto and gluten-free.


    Ingredients

    • 1 (400 ml) can chickpeas, drained (reserve 5 tablespoons of the liquid and some chickpeas for garnish)
    • ¼ cup tahini sesame paste
    • ¼ cup basil pesto (plus more for garnish)
    • 4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil (plus more for garnish)
    • 3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
    • 1 large clove of garlic, roughly chopped
    • ½ teaspoon salt
    • roasted sesame seeds (for garnish)

    Instructions

    1. Place all ingredients (chickpeas, reserved liquid, basil pesto, tahini, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and salt) into a blender or food processor. Puree until well blended and creamy.
    2. Pour into a serving bowl and drizzle some olive oil on top. Garnish with reserved chickpeas, roasted sesame seeds, and a few spoonfuls of pesto, if desired.

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    Notes

    How to serve: You can serve this pesto hummus as a dip or spread in almost any kind of bread. Some of my favourites are sourdough crackers, pita bread, naan flatbread, or sourdough. Or keep this snack completely gluten-free by serving it with fruit and veggies.

    How to store: Store pesto hummus in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 7-10 days.

    How to freeze: You can freeze hummus in an airtight container for up to 3 months in the freezer. To serve, let it thaw in the refrigerator until ready to serve.

    • Prep Time: 5 minutes
    • Category: Dips
    • Method: Blender
    • Cuisine: Lebanese

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    Smooth and creamy pesto hummus is a healthy, delicious and flavourful dip that is easy to make in just 5 minutes. It's vegan and gluten-free. | aheadofthyme.com
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    1. Laura says

      February 01, 2023 at 3:57 pm

      I wasn’t sure how much pesto flavor it would have, but this is perfect!! A little looser than our typical hummus, but we don’t mind a bit. The flavor is phenomenal! Thank you!!

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    2. Izzy says

      January 28, 2021 at 9:56 am

      Pesto lover here, and I'm excited to try making this new dip for my family! Looks really delicious!

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      • Sam Hu | Ahead of Thyme says

        January 28, 2021 at 11:08 am

        Thank you Izzy! Enjoy!

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    3. wilhelmina says

      January 28, 2021 at 8:57 am

      This combines two of my favorite flavors into one awesome snack! It's so good!

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      • Sam Hu | Ahead of Thyme says

        January 28, 2021 at 11:07 am

        It really is so good! So happy you like it too.

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