For an extra smooth hummus, peel the garbanzo beans before blending. Adjust the amount of lemon juice to your preference. Start with 1 tablespoon and add more to taste. Store leftover hummus in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Serve with pita bread, vegetables, or as a spread for sandwiches and wraps.
Chef John's Green Hummus
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PREP TIME10 mins
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COOK TIME0 mins
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TOTAL TIME10 mins
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SERVING6 People
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VIEWS72
Elevate your snacking and sandwich game with this vibrant, herbaceous twist on classic hummus. Infused with the bright, fresh flavor of basil, this Green Hummus is a delightful and unexpected spread that will awaken your taste buds.
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate27 g
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Fiber6 g
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Protein8 g
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Saturated Fat1 g
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Sodium144 mg
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Sugar0 g
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Fat8 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
StepBlanch the Basil: Bring a large pot of water to a rolling boil. Add the basil leaves and cook, uncovered, until they turn a vibrant green, about 20 seconds. (20 seconds)
02
StepShock in Ice Water: Immediately transfer the blanched basil to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. Once the basil is completely chilled, squeeze out any excess moisture and pat dry with a paper towel. (5 minutes)
03
StepCombine Ingredients: In a blender, combine the blanched basil, chopped garlic, lemon juice, 1 tablespoon of olive oil, drained garbanzo beans, and drained white beans. Season generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper. (2 minutes)
04
StepBlend Until Smooth: Cover the blender and blend until the mixture is almost smooth. Then, add the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil and continue to puree until the hummus is perfectly smooth and creamy. (3 minutes)
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Loyce Huel
Jun 21, 2025I love the green color! It's so pretty on a platter.
Reina Kuhlman
Jun 13, 2025So easy to make and much healthier than store-bought hummus.
Magnolia Miller
Apr 22, 2025I didn't have cannellini beans, so I used great northern beans instead, and it worked great!
Angeline Roberts
Jan 4, 2025This is the best hummus I've ever made! The basil makes it so fresh and flavorful.
Rickie Spinkafarrell
Dec 3, 2024The blanching step for the basil is key - it really brightens the color and flavor.
Favian Rolfsonebert
Nov 28, 2024I will never buy store-bought hummus again after making this recipe.
Geovanni Rau
Nov 3, 2024I added a little tahini and it was perfect!
Margarita Ohara
Sep 17, 2024My kids loved this! They ate it with carrot sticks and pita bread.