Name: Fresh Pea Hummus Crostini with Pea Tendril Garnish
Yield: Makes 25
Ingredients: 1 1/4 cups fresh shelled green peas (from 1 1/2 pounds peas in pod); 1 cup drained canned garbanzo beans; 1/4 cup chopped fresh Italian parsley; 1/4 cup plain whole-milk yogurt; 3 tablespoons chopped green onion; 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; 2 teaspoons ground cumin; 3/4 teaspoon salt; 25 thin baguette slices, toasted; 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; 1/2 cup pea tendrils (for garnish)

A bright, beautiful spring appetizer.

Recipe information

Yield
Makes 25

Ingredients

1 1/4 cups fresh shelled green peas (from 1 1/2 pounds peas in pod)

1 cup drained canned garbanzo beans

1/4 cup chopped fresh Italian parsley

1/4 cup plain whole-milk yogurt

3 tablespoons chopped green onion

2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

2 teaspoons ground cumin

3/4 teaspoon salt

25 thin baguette slices, toasted

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

1/2 cup pea tendrils (for garnish)

Preparation

Puree first 8 ingredients in processor until almost smooth. Brush toasts with olive oil and top with pea hummus. Garnish with pea tendrils.

TagsHummus Dip Pea Bean and Legume Vegetable Chickpea Starter Dinner Nut Free Vegetarian Quick Easy No-Cook Food Processor Spring Bon Appétit

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