Sicilian Chickpea Spread

9 ingredients
4 steps

Ingredients

  • 1/3 cup toasted pine nuts
  • 1 15-ounce can of chickpeas, drained
  • 1 large canned roasted red pepper
  • 1 garlic clove
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1/3 cup packed fresh basil leaves
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • Generous pinch of black pepper

Directions

  1. 1
    Place all of the ingredients in the bowl of a food processor and whirl for 2 or 3 minutes, until light and creamy.
  2. 2
    For a quick dinner, toss with hot, just-drained pasta and add chopped tomatoes or steamed vegetables.
  3. 3
    Make extra spread so that you can serve it later with bread or crackers or with vegetable sticks.
  4. 4
    This spread also makes a great sandwich with lettuce and tomatoes.

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