This party dip is a green-powered, most unusual hummus. The color is dazzling, especially paired with the crispbreads. Why add avocado? The bonus is that avocados contribute the “good fat” along with 20 vitamins and minerals. Add to that green peas’ antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits, and raw tahini’s calcium, zinc, fiber, and B vitamins and you may just be floating on cloud nine.
I wanted to create a party menu focused on super foods for those who want to party, but not feel the guilt. This recipe turned out to be a beauty. Using raw tahini, made with black sesame seeds, adds to the color density; if you use regular tahini, the green will be brighter. Make this just before the gathering, so it will keep its color. Serve with Crispbread with Mixed Seeds for a super-duper healthy and tasty combo.
MAKES ABOUT 2 CUPS
GET OUT THE FOOD PROCESSOR
frozen peas, thawed
2 ripe avocados, cut into chunks
1/4 CUP grape seed oil
2 cloves garlic, crushed
juice from 1 lemon
3 TB tahini
1/2 tsp ground cumin
pinch of cayenne pepper
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broccoli sprouts, for garnish
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Process all ingredients in food processor. Transfer to shallow serving bowl, sprinkle with broccoli sprouts. Serve with pita chips or Crispbread with Mixed Seeds.
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