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I know. I do a lot of sweet treats on here, like my Loaded Zucchini Cookies or my Honey Cashew Butter Cups. And while I love anything that satisfies my sweet tooth, I figured it was time for a savory snack! This Vegan Parsley Pesto Hummus recipe is perfect when you need something to dip your salty chips in. Or your veggies. Or really any other snack! Inspired by my Vegan Spinach Parsley Pesto, this spread is garlicky, flavorful, and packed with healthy goods!Ā 
I haven’t always liked hummus. Even though garbanzo beans were my favorite salad topping growing up (I was a weird kid, I know), I honestly spent the last seven years or so thinking I hated hummus. I tried some once a while back and for some reason, I was NOT a fan. Then, a few months ago, my order from my favorite Mediterranean restaurant here in town came with hummus. So, I decided to try it again! The new verdict: LOVED it!
The Vegan Parsley Pesto Hummus Ingredients
Like any good hummus, this Vegan Parsley Pesto Hummus has a base of garbanzo beans, olive oil, and tahini. These ingredients are what make hummus thick and filling, and give you plant-based protein, fiber, and healthy fats. I left the lemon out of this one, though I know it’s in almost every other hummus recipe. As someone with Interstitial Cystitis, lemon is not my best friend. And I’m not about to give myself a flare for a little extra acidity.Ā
However, I included some deliciously fresh and nutritious ingredients to this Vegan Parsley Pesto Hummus. Most obviously, I added fresh Italian parsley! I love the cool, refreshing flavor of parsley. I think it pairs incredibly well with the mild flavors of the garbanzo beans and olive oil. I also made sure to include some more green in this dip. I love adding spinach to just about everything, but it’s a perfect fit in this recipe! It adds vitamins, minerals, and fiber while making the hummus a gorgeous green!
No savory recipe is complete without garlic. If you’ve read my Vegan Spinach Parsley Pesto recipe then you know I have an obsession with the stuff. It just makes all good things better, so of course I had to include it in this hummus! Plus, it pairs incredibly well with the coolness of the parsley. Finally, to keep it vegan, I used nutritional yeast instead of parmesan cheese. Nooch, as they call it, is a great source Vitamin B-12 and brings a little cheese flavor to the table.Ā
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- 1 15 oz can garbanzo beans drained
- 2 tbsp tahini
- 1 1/2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil*
- 1 1/2 tbsp nutritional yeast
- 3 cloves garlic
- 2 cups fresh parsley not packed
- 2 cups baby spinach packed
- Himalayan pink salt to taste
Ingredients
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- Add garbanzo beans, tahini, olive oil, nutritional yeast, garlic, parsley, and salt to blender or food processor.***
- Pulse until broken down enough to fit the spinach (30-60 seconds).
- Add spinach to blender or food processor and pulse again for approximately 30 seconds, or until everything is partially broken down.
- Then puree the mixture for about 60 seconds, or until smooth.
- Scoop into dish and enjoy with pita chips, fresh vegetables, or snack of choice. Store in refrigerator.
*If you like your hummus a little thinner, add another tablespoon of olive oil.
**For a richer flavor, use 4 cloves of garlic and add another 1/2-1 cup of fresh parsley.
*** I use the Ninja Kitchen System with Auto-IQ Boost. A standard food processor should work just as well.
I love your recipes! You come up with some delicious ideas.
oh gosh thank you so much!!
I just love your blog! I may actually try this one since I have started growing my own parsley!
Thank you so much! That means the world to me! I hope you do! I made this recipe using homegrown parsley as well and it’s just so fresh!
This looks absolutely delicious! I just might have to make it!
Thank you so much! Please let me know if you do! I love when others make my recipes!
Pesto is my absolute favorite š And vegan too! You’re speakin’ my love language š
haha I love making things vegan because while I’m not vegan, I know others are, so why not make recipes more people can eat? and Pesto is def a favorite of mine too!
Totally! I was a vegan for a couple years(but it made my body sicker), but I still try to eat dairy free!:)
This looks absolutely delicious. š I have a family gathering this weekend and Iām definitely going to be making this. Thanks for sharing.!
Oh family gatherings are so fun! Please let me know if you make it! I love when people make my recipes!
Will definitely be making this!! Also love your photos!!
thank you so much! please let me know if you do!
Shannon you always have the best recipes! This will be perfect for a upcoming game night we are going too. It will be a nice twist on hummus the gang won’t be expecting. š
Aw thank you so much Jen! I hope you all enjoy!
Ooh, I love hummus and pesto! I’m totally going to try this!!
hummus is a new favorite for me, but I love it! I hope you enjoy this recipe!
Oh la la, two scoops of pesto please! This looks so good. So making this!
Haha I hope you enjoy!
I love this! I actually adore pesto and hummus. And fusing those too awesome things is just magnificent! I can’t wait to try your recipe Shannon <3. I know I'll adore it š
haha it’s definitely a great combo if you ask me! Enjoy!
This looks yummy! Thanks for sharing.
Thank you for checking it out! š