Description
A bright and fresh pea and herb purée, perfect as a dip or spread.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups peas, use thawed frozen peas, or fresh English peas (blanched)
- 1/2 cup fresh herbs: mint, parsley, or dill (a combo is nice- the mint elevates)
- 1 tablespoon tarragon
- zest of one lemon
- 2 1/2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon minced chives or green onion
- 1 small garlic clove, optional
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/8 cup olive oil, more as needed
Instructions
- In a food processor add peas, mixed herbs, lemon zest, garlic, lemon juice, chives (or green onion), salt, pepper and olive oil.
- Pulse for a few minutes until the peas break down but are still textured.
- Taste, adjust salt and olive oil to taste.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate until using.
Notes
- This purée can be served as a dip with crackers or vegetables.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 2-3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Global
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup