Hummus Pesto with Pimento Peppers

Quick and easy hummus pesto with pimento peppers that’s full of flavor!

Hummus Pesto with Pimento Peppers is a flavorful twist on classic hummus—creamy, herby, and vibrant. The pesto is blended right into the hummus for a fresh, garlicky kick, then it’s topped with roasted pimento peppers for a smoky-sweet layer of flavor and a pop of color. It’s rich, savory, and perfect for scooping.

Served alongside warm, homemade tortilla chips, this dip becomes a standout appetizer or snack. The chips are easy to make and add the perfect salty crunch to balance the creamy hummus and tender peppers. It’s a fresh, colorful option that works for everything from casual get-togethers to holiday spreads.

And if you can’t get enough of this treat, be sure to check out my other easy dip recipes for even more snacking inspiration here!

• Appetizers

Hummus Pesto with Pimento Peppers

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Ingredients

• ▢ 1 can of chickpeas
• ▢ 3/4 cup basil leaves
• ▢ 3/4 cup olive oil + more for topping
• ▢ 2 garlic cloves, chopped
• ▢ Juice of 1 lemon
• ▢ 1/2 cup parm cheese
• ▢ Salt/pepper
• ▢ 1/4 cup pine nuts + more for garnish
• ▢ Pimento peppers for garnish
• ▢ Tortilla chips (these are homemade! Recipe to come)

The chips:

• ▢ Flour tortillas
• ▢ Cooking oil of choice (this is peanut oil)
• ▢ Seasonings of choice, I used garlic powder, flaky salt and cayenne pepper.

Instructions 

• In a food processor, combine all ingredients and blend until combined. Taste and adjust accordingly.
• Spread on a serving dish and top with a drizzle of olive oil and pine nuts.
• Homemade chips recipe to come! Stay tuned!

The chips:

•  Cut tortilla into 6 triangle wedges. Meanwhile heat oil in a deep pan. There should be about 1/4 inch of oil
• Take a tiny piece of tortilla and add to your oil to really know when your oil is hot (unless you have a thermometer, which should read around 350). When the test tortilla is sizzling, your oil is ready and you can start putting in your triangles.
• Fry for about 3 min or until they start to brown on both sides. Transfer to a plate that is lined with a paper towel.
•  Immediately add on your seasonings while the oil is still wet so that they stick. Enjoy!

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Notes

Note: Tortillas will fry better if they’re dry. If you can, leave them out overnight.