Lemony Hummus with Basil Dressing Recipe
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- Difficulty Level: Easy
A perfect summer dip, the flavours of lemon and basil come together to make this recipe light and refreshing.
Ingredients of Lemony Hummus with Basil Dressing
- 2 cups chickpeas, boiled
- 4-5 garlic cloves
- 1 tsp sesame seeds
- 1 Tbsp curd
- 1 tsp cumin powder
- 2 Tbsp lemon juice
- Salt to taste
- A bunch of basil leaves
- ½ cup olive oil, plus extra for topping
- Salt to taste
How to Make Lemony Hummus with Basil Dressing
- 1.1. In a pan, roast the sesame seeds until aromatic. Allow to cool and then ground into a powder.
- 2.2. In a food processor or blender, mix chickpeas and garlic, and pulse until smooth. You can add a little water, if you find the mixture a little dry.
- 3.3. Add the sesame powder, curd, cumin powder and salt, and blend again until smooth.
- 4.4. Transfer to a bowl, and add the lemon juice. Mix well and check seasoning.
- 5.5. In a blender, pulse the basil leaves and olive oil till well mixed.
- 6.6. Top it on the prepared hummus, along with a sprinkling of red chilli powder and fresh basil leaves. Serve with pita breads.
