Basil Pesto Hummus Dip That’ll Instantly Elevate Your Snack Game

This Basil Pesto Hummus is fresh, vibrant, and made for snack boards.

If you love hummus and pesto, this recipe brings the best of both worlds in one creamy bowl.

Perfect for dipping veggies, spreading on sandwiches, or loading onto wraps—it’s a go-to for everything from appetizers to hummus dinners.

And with fresh basil and pine nuts in every bite, it’s as elegant as it is easy.

Prep time: 15 minutes
Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 cup (165g) canned chickpeas, drained & rinsed

• ⅓ cup (80g) tahini

• 2 tbsp. olive oil

• 2 cloves garlic

• 4 tbsp. pine nuts

• Juice of 1 lemon

• ½ cup (15g) packed basil leaves

• 1 tsp. sea salt

• 4 tbsp. cold water

Instructions

1 – Add everything to your food processor.
Toss in chickpeas, tahini, olive oil, garlic, pine nuts, lemon juice, basil, sea salt, and water.

2 – Blend until creamy.
Process until smooth, stopping to scrape down the sides.

3 – Adjust texture as needed.
Add extra cold water 1 tbsp. at a time to thin out the hummus if it’s too thick.

4 – Taste and tweak.
Add more lemon juice or salt if needed to balance the flavors.

5 – Serve it up.
Pair with fresh veggies, pita chips, or layer it in a hummus sandwich or wrap.

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Pro Tips for Success

• Use ice water for extra creaminess. It helps emulsify the tahini and makes the hummus super smooth.

• Want a nuttier flavor? Toast the pine nuts before blending for extra depth.

• Make it a meal: Spread this hummus on warm flatbread, top with roasted veggies, and call it dinner.

• Serving a crowd? Build a hummus platter with toppings like cherry tomatoes, olives, and roasted chickpeas for a gorgeous appetizer board.

This Pesto Hummus Recipe is a game-changer for anyone tired of plain hummus.

From wraps to veggie bowls to hummus dinners, it adds fresh flavor and protein-packed goodness to every bite.

Plus, it keeps beautifully in the fridge, making it your new go-to for easy, make-ahead meals and snack ideas.

Basil Pesto Hummus Dip

Yield: 8 servings

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Total Time: 15 minutes

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Ingredients

• 1 cup (165g) canned chickpeas, drained & rinsed
• ⅓ cup (80g) tahini
• 2 tbsp. olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic
• 4 tbsp. pine nuts
• Juice of 1 lemon
• ½ cup (15g) packed basil leaves
• 1 tsp. sea salt
• 4 tbsp. cold water

Instructions

• Add all ingredients to a food processor.
• Blend until smooth and creamy.
• Add more water if needed to reach your desired consistency.
• Taste and adjust salt or lemon juice if needed.
• Serve with crackers, veggies, or pita chips!

Notes

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.