Description

This Black-Eyed Pea Hummus is a creamy, flavorful twist on the classic hummus using nutritious black-eyed peas instead of chickpeas. It combines fresh lemon juice, garlic, tahini, and a hint of cumin to create a smooth, savory dip perfect for pairing with pita chips, vegetables, or crackers. With a smoky paprika garnish and a drizzle of olive oil, this quick and easy no-cook recipe delivers a delicious, protein-packed snack or appetizer suitable for various diets.

Ingredients

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Black-Eyed Pea Hummus Ingredients

2 cups cooked black-eyed peas, rinsed and drained (may use canned black-eyed peas)
3 Tbsp fresh lemon juice
2 cloves garlic, minced (or 1 tsp garlic powder)
1/4 tsp kosher salt
1/8 tsp ground cumin
2 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil, divided
2 Tbsp tahini (sesame seed paste)
1/8 tsp smoked paprika (for garnish)
Water as needed for thinning (about 2 Tbsp or more)

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Instructions

Prepare Ingredients: Rinse and drain the cooked black-eyed peas thoroughly if using canned. Mince the garlic cloves finely or have your garlic powder ready to use.
Blend Base Mixture: In a food processor or blender fitted with a steel blade, combine the peas, minced garlic, kosher salt, 1 Tbsp olive oil, 1 Tbsp water, ground cumin, and fresh lemon juice. Process until the mixture is smooth and creamy with no large pea pieces remaining.
Add Tahini and Adjust Consistency: Add the tahini and an additional 1 Tbsp water to the food processor. Continue processing until the mixture becomes smooth and you achieve your desired creamy consistency. If the dip is too thick, add water 1 Tbsp at a time and blend further until it reaches the preferred texture.
Garnish and Serve: Transfer the hummus to a serving bowl. Drizzle the remaining 1 Tbsp of olive oil over the top and sprinkle with smoked paprika for a pop of color and smoky flavor. Serve the Black-Eyed Pea Hummus with pita chips, cut-up fresh veggies, crackers, or toasted pita bread triangles for dipping.

Notes

This recipe uses no cooking as it relies on cooked or canned black-eyed peas, making it a quick and convenient snack.
Adjust garlic amount or substitute garlic powder depending on your flavor preference.
To make the hummus thinner, add water gradually while blending to avoid over-thinning.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
For a smokier flavor, increase the amount of smoked paprika garnish or add a pinch inside the mixture.
Serve chilled or at room temperature for the best flavor.