Basil Hummus with Fried Tomatoes
Basil Hummus with Fried Tomatoes is a fresh and flavorful twist on traditional hummus, perfect for a snack or as part of a meal.
Ingredients
Basil hummus
- ½ cup fresh basil
- ¼ cup toasted pine nuts
- 2 cloves garlic
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 can chickpeas
- ½ of one lemon juice
- ½ tsp cumin
- salt to taste
- 2 tbsp tahini
- 4 ice cubes
Fried tomatoes
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- salt to taste
Instructions
Basil hummus
- In a food processor, combine basil, pine nuts, garlic and olive oil. Blend until there is no large chunks.
- Add chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, ice cubes, and spices and blend until smooth and creamy. If needed add cold water or more ice cubes for desired consitency.
- Taste the hummus and adjust the salt, lemon juice, or garlic according to your preferences.
Fried tomatoes
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Add the cherry tomatoes to the pan, stirring occasionally. Let them blister and soften, about 5-7 minutes.
- Sprinkle the tomatoes with salt, pepper, and balsamic vinegar for a hint of acidity and sweetness. Smash half of the cherry tomatoes and continue cooking. Cook for another minute before removing from heat.
Putting all together
- Spread the basil hummus in a bowl or serving dish, and top it with the fried cherry tomatoes.
- Drizzle with extra olive oil and garnish with a few extra basil leaves for a touch of color.