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Yellow Split Pea Dip

Yellow Split Pea Dip

Appetizers

Course

Difficulty

Easy

Pulse Type

Dry Peas

Specialty Diet

Vegan

Occasion

Mediterranean Diet

Nutrition

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Ingredients

Servings:

7 tbsp extra virgin olive oil divided, plus more for serving
4 scallions thinly sliced, plus more for serving
1 cup yellow split peas washed
1/2 tsp sea salt
4 cloves garlic minced
1/4 tsp turmeric
1/2 tsp black pepper
1 lemon juiced (about 4 tablespoons)
1/4 cup pine nuts toasted
Toasted pita and crackers to serve

Instructions

Add one tablespoon olive oil to a medium pot over medium heat. Add scallions and garlic and cook for 3 minutes.
Add split peas, water, and sea salt. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to a simmer, cover partially and cook for 30-40 minutes, or until split peas are tender but not mushy. Drain off excess water.
Add cooked split peas (including garlic and scallions) to a food processor and pulse. Add turmeric, lemon juice, sea salt and black pepper and pulse. Blend while drizzling in remaining six tablespoons of olive oil.
Scoop into a serving dish and sprinkle with toasted pine nuts, sliced scallions, and a drizzle of olive oil. Serve with toasted pita or crackers and enjoy!