Low-Carb Green Pea Hummus

A white bowl of vibrant green soup, garnished with sliced radishes, fresh mint leaves, and green peas.

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This Low-Carb Green Pea Hummus is a fresh and flavorful alternative to traditional hummus. Made without chickpeas, it’s lower in carbs and full of bright, herby flavor. Blended with green peas, lemon juice, tahini, and garlic, this creamy dip is perfect for dipping veggies, spreading on wraps, or serving with low-carb crackers. It’s quick to make, vegan, and endlessly versatile—your new go-to appetizer or snack!

Prep Time10

Cook Time2

Total Time12

Course: Appetizer, Side Dish, Snack

Cuisine: Mediterranean

Keyword: easy plant-based dip, green pea hummus, healthy dip, low-carb hummus, low-carb spread

Servings: servings

Calories: 129kcal

Author: Chef Jenn

Ingredients

2 cups green peas fresh or frozen
1 clove garlic minced
3 tablespoons tahini paste
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon ground cumin
¼ cup fresh mint leaves
salt and pepper to taste
2-3 tablespoons cold water as needed

Optional garnish

extra olive oil
red pepper crushed
mint sprigs

Instructions

Boil a pot of salted water and cook peas for 1 minute. Drain immediately and cool them in an ice bath. Skip this step if you're using thawed frozen peas.
Add peas, garlic, tahini, olive oil, lemon juice, cumin, and mint into a food processor.
Blend until everything is combined and mostly smooth, pausing to scrape down the sides. Don’t go too long—overblending can affect the texture.
Slowly add cold water, 1 tablespoon at a time, pulsing in between until you reach a smooth, spreadable consistency.
Taste and mix in salt and pepper. White pepper works well if you have it.
Spoon into a bowl, drizzle with olive oil, and garnish as desired.

Notes

Chef Jenn's Tips

Use baby or sweet peas for the best taste.
A pinch of smoked paprika can add subtle depth.
Don’t over-process once it’s smooth or it may become gummy.
Taste before adding salt—some tahini brands are already salty.
A high-quality olive oil makes a big difference in flavor for drizzling.

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