Easy Green Pea Hummus
Add Preferred SourceThis green pea hummus is smooth, easy to spread, and full of fresh flavor. The combination of peas, mint, and tahini makes it a lighter take on classic hummus, but still satisfying. It’s the perfect dip for summertime, or whenever you’re looking for something easy, tasty and delish!
It’s quick to make with basic ingredients—most of which you probably have on hand. If you need a new dip or a fresh option for snacking, this one’s a solid pick.
Ingredients
- Green peas – You can use fresh or frozen and thawed peas. They all work! But use tender, young peas.
- Garlic clove – Fresh garlic is essential to the flavor, but don’t use a huge clove.
- Tahini paste – You can find usually find tahini near the peanut and nut butters. It is sesame seed paste, and it lends hummus its distinctive flavor.
- Olive oil
- Lemon juice – Add more to taste if you like it lemony.
- Ground cumin
- Fresh mint leaves, loosely packed – Fresh mint is essential. Pull the leaves from the woody stems and just use the fresh leaves.
- Salt and pepper
- Cold water – As needed.
Optional garnish
- Extra olive oil
- Red pepper – Crushed.
- Mint sprigs
How To Make Easy Green Pea Hummus
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Bring a small pot of salted water to a boil over high heat. Add the peas and cook for about 1 minute, just until bright green and tender. Drain immediately and transfer the peas to an ice bath to cool completely. If you are using frozen peas, simply thaw them and skip the boiling step.
Add the cooled peas, garlic, tahini, olive oil, lemon juice, cumin, and mint to a food processor. Pulse a few times to break everything down, stopping to scrape the sides of the bowl so the mixture blends evenly.
Continue processing until the mixture is mostly smooth. With the processor running, add cold water one tablespoon at a time until the hummus reaches a creamy, spreadable consistency.
Season with salt and pepper, then blend briefly to combine. Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed.
Spoon the hummus into a serving bowl, drizzle with olive oil, and add any optional garnishes before serving.
Chef Jenn’s Tips
- For the best flavor, use sweet, tender peas; older ones can taste chalky.
- A little smoked paprika can add a warm, smoky note that complements the mint.
- Don’t blend too long once the hummus is smooth, or the texture can become sticky.
- Taste before salting; some tahini brands are already salted.
- Use high-quality olive oil on top to boost richness.
Serving Suggestions
Serve it with pita chips, fresh veggies, or as part of a snack board. It’s great spread on wraps or sandwiches. For a full meal, pair it with grilled meats, tabbouleh, or a big salad.
Storage
Keep leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Stir before serving. To freeze, place in a sealed container with a bit of room at the top and store for up to 2 months. Thaw in the fridge overnight and stir well—it may be a little softer but will still taste great.
Easy Green Pea Hummus
Ingredients
- 2 cups green peas
- 1 clove garlic
- 3 tablespoons tahini paste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- ¼ cup fresh mint leaves loosely packed
- salt and pepper to taste
- 2-3 tablespoons cold water as needed
Optional garnish
- extra olive oil
- red pepper crushed
- mint sprigs
Instructions
- Bring a small pot of salted water to a boil. Add peas and cook for 1 minute. Drain and immediately transfer to an ice bath to cool. If using frozen peas, just thaw them—no need to blanch.
- Add the peas, garlic, tahini, olive oil, lemon juice, cumin, and mint.
- Pulse until the mixture is mostly smooth. Stop to scrape the sides of the bowl once or twice to make sure everything gets mixed in evenly.
- Add cold water a tablespoon at a time, blending after each addition, until it reaches a creamy but spreadable consistency.
- Add salt and pepper, then blend briefly to mix it in. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Spoon into a bowl and drizzle with olive oil. Add optional garnishes if you like.
Notes
Chef Jenn’s Tips
- For the best flavor, use sweet, tender peas—older ones can taste chalky.
- A little smoked paprika can add a warm, smoky note that complements the mint.
- Don’t blend too long once the hummus is smooth, or the texture can become sticky.
- Taste before salting—some tahini brands are already salted.
- Use high-quality olive oil on top to boost richness.
Nutrition
A Note on Nutritional Information
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