Lemon Garlic Split Pea Dip Oil Free Vegan 4 Ingredients Recipes

LEMON GARLIC SPLIT PEA DIP {OIL-FREE, VEGAN, 4 INGREDIENTS}

Steps:

• Place the peas and 5 cups water in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce the heat to low and cook, uncovered, for 40 minutes.
• Add the garlic to the saucepan. Continue cooking for 5 to 10 minutes longer or until the peas are very soft and falling apart. Cool slightly.
• Meanwhile, finely grate 1 and 1/2 teaspoons lemon zest from the lemon. Juice the lemon, measure 2 tablespoons of juice.
• Transfer the peas and garlic to a food processor or high speed blender. Add 1/2 cup (125 mL) water. Blend until completley smooth.
• Add the lemon zest, lemon juice, turmeric, and (optional) salt. Blend until completley smooth, adding more water as needed to achieve a thick, smooth consistency.
• Taste and adjust the seasonings to your liking. Transfer to an airtight container and refrigerate until cold (the dip will thicken as it chills).
• Serve plain or topped with any of the suggested topping ideas. Use as a dip or spread.

4-INGREDIENT PEA DIP

Steps:

• Place the frozen peas in a colander and run under water until they are thawed or alternatively just leave out for 10 to 15 minutes and room temperature.
• In a blender combine the garlic gloves, peas, olive oil and salt. Blend until smooth. If using mint toss into the blender as well.
• Transfer to a bowl and serve.

LEMON-GARLIC CHICK PEA DIP WITH VEGGIES AND CHIPS

Steps:

• Combine the chick peas, garlic, lemon zest and juice, thyme, salt and pepper and hot sauce in food processor.
• Turn processor on and stream in the extra-virgin olive oil.
• Transfer the dip to a dish and surround with veggies and crispy pita chips.