Minted Pea Hummus

Hummus is a staple in my refrigerator.  I can use it as a dip for veggies or spread it on crackers for a snack, or use it as a sandwich spread or pizza topper.  I like to make my hummus according to what is in season as well.  I know chickpea hummus is classic, and I love it, but for Spring, I made a minted pea hummus that was delicious, and refreshing. Peas actually contain quite a bit of protein as well, so this is a substantial snack.  It is super easy to make as well, just throw all of the ingredients in the blender, blend until smooth and voila!  Delicious beautifully colored nutritious hummus!

Author: Amy Lyons O’Neil

Amy has worked for Fresh and Natural Foods since 2006 contributing to the variety of healthful foods we offer. She graduated with a degree in studio art from Bethel University in 2007, but in her senior year of college, found that her passion was with the art of food. She later used her photography and culinary skills to create a vegan food and recipe blog, Fragrant Vanilla Cake. She has also written 3 cookbooks. She specializes in vegan and vegetarian recipes. Local, fresh and organic food has always been her focus in whatever she creates.

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Servings: 10-12 | Prep Time: 5 minutes | Cook Time: 0 min | Ready in: 5 minutes

Ingredients

• 2 1/2 cups fresh or frozen organic peas (if using frozen, thaw first)
• 1/4 cup almond butter
• 1/4 cup lemon juice
• 1/3 cup fresh mint leaves
• 1 garlic clove
• 1/4 tsp sea salt, or to taste

Instructions

In a high speed blender or food processor, combine all ingredients and blend until smooth. Keeps for 2 weeks in an airtight container in the refrigerator.