CHICKPEA, MINT, AND PARSLEY SPREAD

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Fresh herbs and vegetables are the focal point of this Greek-inspired meal that includes chickpea spread on pita.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Appetizers

Time 35m

Yield Makes about 2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 cup olive oil, plus more for drizzling
1 medium onion, coarsely chopped
4 small garlic cloves, coarsely chopped
2 cups chickpeas, rinsed and drained
1/3 cup fresh mint, coarsely chopped
1/4 cup fresh flat-leaf parsley, coarsely chopped
2 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
1 1/4 teaspoons coarse salt
Freshly ground pepper
2 to 4 warmed pitas, for serving

Steps:

  • Heat 1/4 cup oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add onion, and cook until softened, about 8 minutes. Add garlic, and cook, stirring, 2 minutes. Add chickpeas, and cook 3 minutes. Remove from heat; let cool 15 minutes.
  • Add chickpea mixture, mint, parsley, lemon juice, and salt to a food processor, season with pepper, and puree. With machine running, add remaining 1/4 cup oil in a slow, steady stream, mixing until emulsified. Transfer to a serving bowl, and drizzle with oil. Serve with pitas.

Prince jhon Kabir
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This spread is a great way to add some variety to your meals. It's perfect for lunch, dinner, or even a snack. I love the way the flavors and textures come together. I'll definitely be making this again.


Md Rasil Khan
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I'm always looking for new and healthy recipes, and this spread definitely fits the bill. It's packed with flavor and nutrients, and it's so easy to make. I'll definitely be making this again.


Ponike Das
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This spread is so versatile! I've used it as a dip, a sandwich spread, and even a salad dressing. It's always delicious. I love the way the flavors come together. I'll definitely be making this again.


Angel Makabate
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I made this spread for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it. It's so easy to make, and it's a great way to impress your guests. I'll definitely be making this again.


Khani Malik
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This spread is delicious! It's so easy to make, and it's a great way to use up leftover chickpeas. I love the combination of flavors and textures. I'll definitely be making this again.


Schneider Cecile
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I'm not a big fan of chickpeas, but I really enjoyed this spread. It's so flavorful and refreshing. I'll definitely be making this again.


Jagat Yadav
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This spread is so good! It's the perfect blend of flavors and textures. I love the way the mint and parsley brighten up the chickpeas. I'll definitely be making this again.


Awesu Nimota
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I made this spread for my family and they loved it! It's a great way to get them to eat more vegetables. I served it with pita bread and vegetables, and they all ate it up.


Visionary Trend
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This spread is delicious! I love the combination of flavors and textures. It's also really easy to make, which is a bonus. I'll definitely be making this again.


Md Lokman Hakim
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I'm not usually a fan of chickpea spreads, but this one is an exception. It's so light and flavorful, and the mint and parsley really brighten it up. I'll definitely be making this again.


Lovely Elohor otete
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This is my new favorite spread! It's so versatile, I can use it as a dip, a sandwich spread, or even a salad dressing. It's also really healthy, so I don't feel guilty about eating it. Thanks for sharing this recipe!


LiL casper
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I made this spread for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it. It's so easy to make, and it's a great way to use up leftover chickpeas. I served it with pita bread, vegetables, and crackers, and it was all gone in no time.


Torance Campbell
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This chickpea spread is amazing! It's so flavorful and refreshing, and it's perfect for a light lunch or snack. I love the combination of chickpeas, mint, and parsley, and the lemon juice and tahini add a nice tang and creaminess. I'll definitely be