Monday, October 19, 2015

Fresh Corn & Basil Hummus

By: The Food Hunter

Hummus is one of those dishes that is easily customizable, you can add all kinds of tasty things to it for a delicious twist. You may remember the tomato basil hummus I posted earlier this summer; a variation on traditional hummus that added tomatoes & basil to the mix. It was a huge hit at our house and an inspiration for the recipe below.

Using our garden basil and locally grown corn made this simple hummus extra delicious but don't worry it is equally yummy with store bought. Serve it with your favorite pita for a healthy light lunch option!



Fresh Corn & Basil Hummus

1 cans chickpeas
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp salt
crushed red pepper
4-6 Tbsp olive oil
kernels from 1 ear of corn
2 Tbsp basil, chopped

Add chickpeas, garlic powder, salt, crushed red pepper and olive oil to a food processor and mix. Continue to puree until creamy, adding some water if necessary. Place in a bowl and sprinkle with corn and basil. Serve with fresh pita.




12 comments:

  1. I don't think I ever make my hummus the same way twice. Love this variation!

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  2. I love that you added fresh corn! This looks delicious!

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  3. That little bit of corn will add a nice sweetness to the bites. Sounds good.

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  4. What a great flavor combination to turn into hummus!

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  5. I never would think to add corn...fun!

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  6. I have yet to make my own Hummus but this looks fantastic! Love the corn and basil! I'm crazy about corn!

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  7. This sounds like a nice variation on regular old hummus!

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  8. Boy, I would have never thought to put corn on hummus but now I will try it. Looks delicious!

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  9. Homemade hummus is one of my favorite things ever! Love the addition of corn and basil....yum!

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  10. My kids are hummus fiends - I bet they'd love this! Thanks so much for sharing it at Savoring Saturdays!

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