Green Peas Spread
A light and creamy green peas spread made with sunflower seed butter, fresh basil, lemon, and garlic. Perfect as a dip, spread, or sauce.
Equipment
- 1 Blender
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cup (160g) frozen or fresh green peas
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 clove garlic
- 1/4 tsp ground chili
- 1 tbsp olive oil extra virgin
- 2 tbsp sunflower butter heaping tablespoons
- fresh basil leaves (to taste)
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tbsp iced water (plus more if needed)
Video
Instructions
Step 1: Cook the peas
- Cook the green peas in boiling water until softened, about 5 minutes. Drain well and let cool slightly.
Step 2: Blend the base
- In a blender, combine the cooked peas, salt, black pepper, cumin, sliced garlic, chili, olive oil, sunflower butter, fresh basil leaves, and lemon juice.
Step 3: Check consistency
- Blend the mixture until mostly smooth. Check the consistency—it may be thick at this stage.
Step 4: Adjust with water
- Add iced water and blend again until smooth and creamy. If needed, add more water a little at a time to reach your desired texture.
Step 5: Store and serve
- Transfer the spread to a container. Keep refrigerated until ready to serve. Enjoy chilled or at room temperature.