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A fresh and vibrant bowl of spring pea hummus topped with marinated vegetables and served with pita bread and mint

Spring Pea Hummus with Marinated Vegetables, Pita and Mint

A fresh and healthy appetizer or snack featuring spring pea hummus, marinated vegetables, and toasted pita bread.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 1 /2 cups cooked chickpeas
  • 1/4 cup freshly shelled spring peas
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup tahini
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint
  • 1 large carrot peeled and grated
  • 1 large zucchini sliced
  • 1 large red bell pepper sliced
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • 4 pita breads
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) for toasting pita.
  2. Rinse and chop fresh mint for garnish and added flavor.
  3. Marinate vegetables in a mixture of oil, salt, and pepper for at least 30 minutes, until they are tender.
  4. Blend spring peas with chickpeas, tahini, garlic, and lemon juice to make hummus, until smooth.
  5. Toast pita in the oven for 5-7 minutes, until crispy and golden brown.
  6. Arrange marinated vegetables, toasted pita, and a dollop of spring pea hummus on a serving platter.
  7. Garnish with chopped fresh mint and serve immediately.