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    Published: Jan 30, 2023 by Willow Moon · This post may contain affiliate links. · As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. · I get commissions for purchases made through links in this post.

    Basil Pesto Hummus

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    This easy healthy Basil Pesto Hummus takes minutes to make and is cheaper than store-bought! It's perfect for sandwiches or dipping.

    Basil Pesto Hummus in a bowl with crackers on a plate.

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    This Basil Pesto Hummus combines two delicious recipes in one. Made in minutes, it couldn't be any easier!

    Not only is this hummus easy to make, but it is cheaper than store-bought. Those little tubs are just not worth the price in my opinion, when I can make a big batch for a lot less.

    Eat this basil pesto hummus with sliced cucumbers, and crackers, or spread on a sandwich.

    I've made many hummus recipes over the years and used them in quesadillas, burritos, and vegan lettuce wraps. Hummus is a versatile condiment to have around.

    A fun healthy dessert hummus is my Dark Chocolate Hummus. It goes well with fruit or crackers.

    Other versatile recipes to try are my Dill Pickle Hummus recipe and my Vegan Avocado Pesto recipe.

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    • 🧾 Ingredients
    • 🔪 Instructions
    • 💭 Tips
    • 🍽 Serving
    • Other Homemade Hummus Recipes
    • 🎥  Video
    • 📋 Recipe
    • 💬 Comments

    🧾 Ingredients

    Ingredients with labels.
    • Chickpeas (garbanzo beans): Add the texture, flavor, and creaminess hummus is known for.
    • Tahini: Also a traditional hummus ingredient. Adds a nutty sesame flavor.
    • Fresh basil leaves: Adds a minty anise flavor.
    • Pine nuts: Traditionally in pesto. Adds a nutty flavor. You could also use walnuts or almonds.
    • Nutritional yeast: Adds a cheesy flavor. You could also use vegan parmesan.
    • Lemon juice: Adds a bright tart flavor.
    • Garlic: Adds a pungent flavor.
    • Water: Thins it out.
    • Olive oil: Adds creaminess.
    • Salt: Enhances the other flavors.

    To see the full list of ingredients with measurements and instructions, see the recipe card at the bottom of this post.

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    🔪 Instructions

    Ingredients in a food process before and after mixing.

    Step 1: Add garbanzo beans, tahini, lemon juice, garlic, basil, pine nuts, salt, olive oil, water, and nutritional yeast to a food processor.

    Step 2: Blend until smooth and creamy.

    💭 Tips

    • Taste as you go. You can always add more basil or nutritional yeast, but you can't take it away.
    • For an even thicker hummus, don't add water.

    🍽 Serving

    • Dip for crackers or veggies
    • Wrap
    • Sandwich
    • Hummus Pizza
    • Pasta
    • On toast
    • Pita chips (if you know of a gluten-free brand I'd love to know about it!)
    Basil Pesto Hummus in a bowl next to crackers.

    Other Homemade Hummus Recipes

    • Caramelized Onion Hummus
      Caramelized Onion Hummus
    • Sun-Dried Tomato and Basil Hummus
      Sun-Dried Tomato and Basil Hummus
    • Spicy Red Pepper Hummus
      Spicy Red Pepper Hummus
    • Jalapeño Cilantro Hummus
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    If you tried this Basil Pesto Hummus Recipe or any other recipe on my website, please leave a ⭐️ star rating and let me know how you like it in the 💬 comments below. I love hearing from you!

    This vegan hummus with basil pesto is a healthy dip. If you like pesto and hummus, I think you'll like them combined into one!

    I originally posted this recipe on April 1, 2017. I added new photos, text, and a video when I republished it.

    📋 Recipe

    Basil Pesto Hummus
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    Basil Pesto Hummus

    This easy healthy Basil Pesto Hummus takes minutes to make and is cheaper than store bought! It's perfect for sandwiches or dipping.
    Course Appetizer
    Cuisine Fusion, Mediterranean inspired
    Diet Gluten Free, Vegan
    Prep Time 5 minutes minutes
    Total Time 5 minutes minutes
    Servings 6
    Calories 204kcal
    Author Willow Moon
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    Equipment

    • food processor

    Ingredients

    • 15 ounce can garbanzo beans drained and rinsed
    • ¼ cup lemon juice
    • ¼ cup tahini
    • 1 clove garlic minced
    • ¾ cup fresh basil
    • ¼ cup pine nuts
    • ½ cup water
    • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
    • Salt
    • 2 tablespoons - ¼ cup nutritional yeast  optional
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    Instructions

    • Mix all ingredients in a food processor until smooth.

    Notes

    This basil pesto hummus recipe will last about 5 days in an airtight container in the fridge.

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    Nutrition

    Calories: 204kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 0mg | Sodium: 202mg | Potassium: 200mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 0g | Vitamin A: 170IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 44mg | Iron: 1.7mg
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    1. Marcia says

      April 16, 2018 at 9:55 am

      I found this recipe when I made the Veggie Sandwich with this hummus. It has become a staple in my house. Thanks for the recipe!5 stars

      Reply
      • Willow Moon says

        April 18, 2018 at 8:31 am

        Thanks Marcia!

        Reply
    2. Lin says

      March 13, 2018 at 11:24 am

      This looks so good, but do you have to use pine nuts. Is there something I can substitute for them?

      Reply
      • Willow Moon says

        March 14, 2018 at 2:19 pm

        No, you could use almonds, pistachios, walnuts, or whatever your favorite is.

        Reply
    3. Emilee says

      August 04, 2017 at 8:08 am

      I love this hummus! It is so tasty. I made the batch and it's pretty big! My husband doesn't eat much of it, so it's only me trying to eat it all. Do you know how long it is good for in the fridge? I'm hoping a week, but I know it is all fresh so it might be a shorter expiration date. Thank you!

      Reply
      • Willow Moon says

        August 05, 2017 at 9:42 am

        Thanks Emilee! I ate my first batch up pretty quickly, but the batch I have in the fridge now has been around for about 5 days. I think it would last a week. You could also add it to smoothies if you drink them. I did that with my last batch and loved the addition of flavors.

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    4. Joanie @ ZagLeft says

      April 07, 2017 at 6:31 am

      I could make a meal off of hummus - this looks and sounds so good!!

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      • Willow Moon says

        April 07, 2017 at 9:08 am

        Thanks Joanie! I am the same way - I could eat it daily!

        Reply
    5. Kimberly @ Berly's Kitchen says

      April 05, 2017 at 5:52 pm

      This sounds really good! Homemade hummus is one of my favorite recipes. Love the basil pesto flavor that you used. 🙂

      Reply
      • Willow Moon says

        April 05, 2017 at 6:23 pm

        Thanks Kimberly, mine too!

        Reply
    6. andrea says

      April 05, 2017 at 4:24 pm

      I love hummus and I make it for most of our get together's. Your recipe puts a whole new spin on an oldie but a goodie. Thanks for sharing it with us

      Reply
      • Willow Moon says

        April 05, 2017 at 6:07 pm

        Thanks Andrea! I always make it for parties as well!

        Reply
    7. Gennifer Rose says

      April 05, 2017 at 4:01 pm

      Hummus is always my go-to healthy snack, especially when I am on the go and super busy. And of course anything with pesto is extra yum!

      Gennifer Rose

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      • Willow Moon says

        April 05, 2017 at 6:06 pm

        Thanks Gennifer! I love it for traveling!

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    8. Stephanie A Bills says

      April 05, 2017 at 12:46 pm

      This sounds amazing! I am such a hummus fiend so i'm always on the hunt to find new and interesting recipes! I will definitely be giving this one a try.

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      • Willow Moon says

        April 05, 2017 at 1:52 pm

        Thanks Stephanie! I am a hummus fiend too! I am always thinking of new ways that I can make it!

        Reply
    9. jessica says

      April 05, 2017 at 4:58 am

      pesto is so easy to make and this sounds absolutely delicious, can't wait to try it!

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      • Willow Moon says

        April 05, 2017 at 7:42 am

        Thanks Jessica!

        Reply
    10. Cait Weingartner says

      April 05, 2017 at 12:30 am

      I absolutely love Hummus and I bet the basil just gives this one an amazing, fresh flavor. Your photos really jump off the page and have me wishing I had the ingredients to mix up a batch right now!

      Reply
      • Willow Moon says

        April 05, 2017 at 7:42 am

        Thanks Cait! There's nothing like fresh basil from your garden!

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