Yellow Split Pea Dip

13 ingredients
5 steps

Ingredients

  • 1/2 lb yellow split peas
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 6 sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil, drained
  • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • 3 large garlic cloves
  • 2 shallots, chopped
  • 3 large basil leaves
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons dried greek oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon fresh thyme
  • 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling
  • kosher salt & freshly ground black pepper
  • toasted pita bread, triangles for serving

Directions

  1. 1
    In a large saucepan, combine the split peas with the onion, bay leaf and 4 cups of water and bring to a simmer.
  2. 2
    Cover and cook over moderate heat until the split peas are tender, about 25 minutes. Drain the split peas and discard the bay leaf.
  3. 3
    In a food processor, pulse the sun-dried tomatoes with the vinegar, garlic, shallots, basil, oregano and thyme until minced.
  4. 4
    Add the split peas. With the machine on, slowly pour in the 1/2 cup of olive oil and process until a smooth paste forms.
  5. 5
    Season with salt and pepper. Transfer the dip to a bowl, drizzle with olive oil and serve with toasted pita.

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