This pistachio hummus gives traditional hummus—a delicious, creamy, and savory spread on its own—a unique texture and nutty flavor. Serve with your preferred dippers.
Preparation Details
Prep Time: 5 mins
Cook Time: 5 mins
Total Time: 10 mins
Servings: 12
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup pistachios, divided
- 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
- 1 garlic clove, quartered
- 1 (14-ounce) can garbanzo beans drained and rinsed
- 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Steps
- Toast pistachios in a skillet over medium heat until golden brown, about 2 minutes. Cool to room temperature. Set 2 tablespoons pistachios aside.
- Combine toasted pistachios with 2 tablespoons oil and garlic in a food processor or blender and puree until smooth.
- Add chickpeas, lemon zest, lemon juice, salt, and pepper and continue to blend to an even, smooth consistency.
- Transfer to a small serving bowl, drizzle remaining oil on top, and sprinkle remaining pistachios on top.
