Refreshing Pea Hummus with Mint: How to Make It?

Hummus is a popular dish that many gourmets like. It is usually made from chickpeas, but you can also use peas and mint as the main ingredient. We at joy-pup will tell you how to make aromatic pea hummus with mint. Read also how to make hummus with spinach.

Ingredients

• Green peas (fresh or frozen) – 300 g
• Garlic – 1 clove
• Lemon juice – 2-3 tbsp.
• Olive oil – 3-4 tbsp.
• Tahini paste (sesame paste) – 1-2 tbsp.
• Fresh mint leaves – 10-15 leaves (to taste)
• Salt – to taste
• Ground black pepper – to taste
• Ice water – 2-3 tbsp. (as needed)

Step-by-step recipe

• If you are using frozen green peas, pour boiling water over them and leave for 2-3 minutes. Then drain the water and rinse with cold water or place in a bowl with ice – this will preserve the bright color.
• Fresh peas can be lightly boiled for 3-5 minutes and also cooled.
• Place the peas, garlic, lemon juice, tahini, olive oil, mint, salt and pepper in a blender bowl. Grind until smooth and creamy.
• If the hummus is too thick, add a little ice water – this will give the texture a lighter, more delicate texture.
• Taste the hummus and, if necessary, add more lemon juice, salt or mint if you want a more pronounced flavor.
• Transfer the finished hummus to a deep plate or bowl, make a small depression in the center with a spoon and pour a little olive oil. You can garnish with mint leaves, peas or sesame seeds.
• Serve with pita bread, crispy bread, croutons or vegetable wedges – carrots, cucumber, celery, bell peppers.

To be continued…