Lemon Basil Hummus Dip Recipes

Steps:

• 1. Drain the chickpeas, reserving some of the liquid. Rinse the chickpeas with cold water and drain well in a colander.
• 2. Place the chickpeas, a little of the reserved liquid (start with a few tablespoons), basil, tahini, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, black pepper and salt into a food processor. Cover and process on PULSE until the mixture is smooth, adding more cooking liquid if necessary to desired consistency. Taste test and adjust.
• 3. Spoon the hummus onto a platter or in a serving bowl. Sprinkle lightly with some Spanish smoked paprika; garnish with basil ribbons and sprinkle of toasted nuts. Alternatively, you can infuse the smoked paprika and pine nuts in some olive oil a few minutes until the nuts start to lightly brown. Set aside to cool then drizzle over the hummus. Accompany dip with slices of baguette, chips, pita triangles, crackers, etc. For best flavor, serve at room temperature. Other uses: sandwich spread, deviled eggs, pizza topping, etc.

Steps:

• drain the chickpeas, reserving 1 tablespoon liquid. Rinse the chickpeas.
• Place the chickpeas, reserved liquid, basil, garlic, lemon juice, oil, pepper and soy sauce into a food processor container. Cover and process until the mixture is smooth. Serve with the Wheat Crisps for dipping.

Steps:

• Cover the chickpeas with 3 cups water in a large pot with 1 teaspoon baking soda and refrigerate 8 hours or overnight to soak.
• The next day, strain the chickpeas and discard the soaking liquid. Rinse the chickpeas and return them to the pot. Add the remaining teaspoon baking soda and water to cover by about 3 inches. Bring to a boil over high heat, then turn the heat down to a simmer and cook, skimming off and discarding any foam that rises to the surface, until the chickpeas are very soft and creamy (not crumbly) when pressed between a thumb and forefinger, about 40 minutes. If the liquid boils off while cooking, add more water to cover and continue to cook.
• Strain the chickpeas and discard the liquid. Let the chickpeas sit in the strainer to drain and dry out for 5 minutes. Put the chickpeas in the bowl of a food processor along with the tahini, lemon juice, garlic, all but a pinch of the dill and 1 1/2 teaspoons salt and process until the mixture is a paste, scraping down the bowl as necessary. With the motor running, slowly pour in 1/4 cup of the ice water and continue to process until the mixture is smooth and light, about 5 minutes, adding more water a tablespoon at a time until the desired consistency is reached.
• Transfer the hummus to a shallow bowl and cover by lightly pressing plastic wrap directly onto the surface of the hummus; let sit at room temperature until ready to serve, up to 1 hour. (The hummus can also be made a day ahead and refrigerated. Take the hummus out of the refrigerator to warm up 30 minutes before serving.)
• Before serving, remove the plastic wrap from the hummus. Smooth the outer rim of the hummus with the back of a large kitchen spoon, creating a slight well in the center. Dollop the yogurt in the center. Scatter the radish slices and capers on top, sprinkle with the reserved dill and serve with slices of pumpernickel bread and cucumbers.

Steps:

• Spread hummus onto a 12-in. round serving platter; top with roasted peppers., In a small bowl, combine the spinach, lemon juice, oil, basil and mint. Using a slotted spoon, spoon spinach mixture over peppers. Top with cheese, olives and onion. Serve with vegetables or pita chips.