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Fresh Spring Pea and Mint Hummus with Radish Crudité

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A bright and creamy hummus featuring fresh spring peas and mint, paired with crisp radish crudité for a refreshing and easy homemade snack.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups fresh or frozen peas (about 300 grams)
  • 1 cup cooked chickpeas, drained and rinsed (about 165 grams)
  • 3 tablespoons tahini
  • ¼ cup fresh mint leaves (about 10 grams)
  • 1 medium garlic clove, minced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling
  • ½ teaspoon salt, or to taste
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cumin (optional)
  • 1 bunch radishes, sliced into sticks or rounds

Instructions

  1. If using fresh peas, blanch them in boiling water for about 2 minutes until bright green and tender, then immediately plunge into ice water to stop cooking. If using frozen peas, thaw completely and drain any excess water.
  2. Wash and dry radishes well. Slice into sticks or rounds about ¼ inch (6 mm) thick. Set aside in a bowl; optionally toss with a pinch of salt or a splash of lemon juice.
  3. Add peas and chickpeas to a food processor. Pulse a few times to break them down.
  4. Add tahini, fresh mint, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and cumin (if using). Process until smooth and creamy, stopping to scrape the sides as needed, about 2-3 minutes.
  5. If the hummus is too thick, add 1-2 tablespoons of cold water or more olive oil, blending after each addition until desired creaminess is reached. Taste and adjust salt or lemon juice as needed.
  6. Transfer hummus to a serving bowl. Drizzle with olive oil and garnish with mint leaves or whole peas.
  7. Serve immediately with radish crudité arranged around the bowl or on a platter.

Notes

Use fresh peas if possible for best flavor and color; frozen peas work well too. Rinse canned chickpeas to remove canned flavor. Add mint at the end of blending to preserve freshness. Adjust seasoning carefully with lemon juice and salt. Store covered in refrigerator up to 2 days; bring to room temperature before serving.

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