Green Pea & Fresh Mint Hummus
🌿 Cooling & Nourishing Green Pea Hummus
Perfect for spring with a dash of pre-summer heat — with a color so soothing to the eyes! 🌿
Springtime in Texas is bringing an early heat wave, and in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), excess heat can lead to irritability, sluggish digestion, and dryness. This Green Pea and Fresh Mint Hummus is a refreshing, cooling dish that helps clear heat, nourish the body, and support mental clarity—just in time for Mental Health Awareness Month!
✨ TCM Benefits:
Green peas – Clears heat, supports digestion, and strengthens the Spleen.
Mint – Cooling, invigorating, and great for clearing excess heat.
Tahini (optional but recommended) – Nourishes Yin and supports smooth digestion.
Lime juice – Refreshing, cooling and helps move stagnant Qi.
The vibrant green color of this dish symbolizes renewal, balance, and mental health awareness—a perfect reminder to nourish both body and mind.
✨ Ways to Enjoy It:
Dip – Pair with cucumber slices, radishes, or bell peppers for extra cooling foods.
Spread – Use on whole-grain toast or wraps for a nourishing meal.
Side Dish – Serve alongside roasted veggies or grain bowls for balance.
Green Pea & Fresh Mint Hummus
INGREDIENTS
1 15-oz. can chickpeas, rinsed and drained
½ cup frozen peas, thawed
2 tbsp lime juice
1 small clove garlic, peeled and halved
2 tbsp fresh mint, chopped
2 tbsp tahini (optional, omit if not on hand)
1 tsp lemon zest
Sea salt & black pepper, to taste
⅓ cup water
INSTRUCTIONS
1️⃣ Blend Base Ingredients – In a blender or food processor, combine the chickpeas, lime juice, garlic, tahini (if using), and water. Blend until smooth.
2️⃣ Add Flavor – Add peas, mint, lemon zest, salt, and pepper. Blend again until nearly smooth.
3️⃣ Chill & Serve – Refrigerate until ready to enjoy. Serve with fresh veggies, crackers, as a spread, or take a spoonful!
photo and recipe inspiration to Forks Over Knives
