Pistachio Hummus

Ingredients

• 0.5 cups pistachios , divided
• 3 tablespoons olive oil , divided
• 1 garlic clove , quartered
• 1 can garbanzo beans drained and rinsed , 14-ounce
• 0.5 teaspoons lemon zest
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

1. 1

   Toast pistachios in a skillet over medium heat until golden brown, about 2 minutes. Cool to room temperature. Set 2 tablespoons pistachios aside.

2. 2

   Combine toasted pistachios with 2 tablespoons oil and garlic in a food processor or blender and puree until smooth.

3. 3

   Add chickpeas, lemon zest, lemon juice, salt, and pepper and continue to blend to an even, smooth consistency.

4. 4

   Transfer to a small serving bowl, drizzle remaining oil on top, and sprinkle remaining pistachios on top.