Can hummus be made with green peas?

Hummus is traditionally made from chickpeas, but there are many variations that use different beans or legumes. Green peas can be used to make hummus, but the texture and taste will be different from traditional hummus.

Here is a recipe for green pea hummus:

Ingredients:

* 2 cups dried green peas, soaked overnight

* 1/4 cup tahini

* 1/4 cup lemon juice

* 2 tablespoons olive oil

* 1 teaspoon salt

* 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin

* 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

* 1 clove garlic, minced

* 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro leaves (optional)

Instructions:

1. Drain the soaked peas and rinse them under cold water.

2. Place the peas in a large pot with fresh water and bring to a boil.

3. Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and simmer the peas until they are tender, about 1 hour.

4. Drain the peas and let them cool slightly.

5. Place the peas, tahini, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, cumin, black pepper, and garlic in a food processor or blender.

6. Process the ingredients until the hummus is smooth and creamy.

7. Taste the hummus and adjust the seasonings as needed.

8. Serve the hummus immediately or chill it for later.

Tips:

* To make the hummus smoother, you can peel the peas before processing them.

* You can also add other vegetables to the hummus, such as carrots, zucchini, or bell peppers.

* Hummus is a versatile dish that can be used as a dip, a spread, or a sandwich filling.