Pesto Hummus

By stancec44

Ingredients

• 4 ounces fresh basil
• 3 cups canned chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• 4 ounces feta cheese
• 1 1/4 cups extra-virgin olive oil
• Zest from 1 lemon (about 2 tablespoons)
• Juice from 1 lemon (about 2 to 3 tablespoons)
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Details

Servings 4

Preparation

Step 1

1. Remove the leaves from the basil and discard the stems. In the bowl of a food processor, blend the basil with the chickpeas and feta, scraping down the sides of the bowl with a rubber spatula as needed, until just combined.

2. With the motor running, slowly drizzle in the olive oil and mix, scraping down the sides of the bowl with a rubber spatula as needed, until smooth. Transfer the mixture to a serving bowl and mix in the lemon zest and lemon juice. Season to taste with salt and pepper, and serve immediately.