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Black Eyed Pea Hummus ~ simple, healthy, creamy black eyed pea hummus topped with a dollop of tomato chow chow relish. Eating black eyed peas New Year's Day is said to bring luck all year.
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Black Eyed Pea Hummus

Easy Black Eyed Pea Hummus - creamy, healthy twist on classic hummus made with canned black-eyed peas. Southerners say eat this on New Year’s Day for good luck and prosperity all year long.
Prep Time10 minutes
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: southern
Keyword: black eyed pea hummus, hummus, black eyed peas, hummus with black eyed peas, food for good luck all year, recipes for good luck all year
Servings: 4
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Equipment

  • food processor or high powered blender

Ingredients

  • 15 ounce can black-eyed peas drained
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons tahini paste
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon EACH garlic powder, cumin, paprika and salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons water or to desired consistency

Instructions

  • Drain black eyes peas then add to the bowl of a food processor.
  • Add tahini paste, garlic powder, lemon juice, salt, black pepper, paprika and water.
  • Pulse until combined then drizzle in olive oil and puree until the hummus is smooth. If needed, splash in a little more water. Taste and adjust for salt.
  • Transferf to a bowl with toasted pita, fresh vegetables and crackers.

Notes

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