Zesty Vegan Basil Lemon Spread
A flavorful Vegan Basil Lemon Spread that transforms ordinary bread into something extraordinary, bursting with fresh flavors and wholesome ingredients.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 4-6 servings 1x
- Category: Spread
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 2 tablespoons tahini
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Mash the chickpeas in a mixing bowl until slightly chunky.
- Add the chopped basil, tahini, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper, and stir until fully combined.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Transfer to a serving dish and serve with whole grain toast, crackers, or veggies.
Notes
Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to one week. Works well as a make-ahead recipe.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Find it online: https://us.recipesfood.org/vegan-basil-lemon-spread/
