PCOS Friendly Vegan Green Goddess Hummus with Crunchy Vegetables
This vibrant, herb-packed dip is everything a snack spread should be — creamy, bright, and loaded with fresh flavor from basil, parsley, tarragon, and chives all blended into a stunning green swirl. Chickpeas and tahini form the base, delivering plant-based protein and healthy fats that help support stable blood sugar — a key priority when managing hormonal health. Extra-virgin olive oil adds another layer of anti-inflammatory goodness, and the whole thing comes together without any processed ingredients or hidden additives to second-guess. The trick of whipping the tahini and lemon juice first before adding the chickpeas gives the hummus an almost impossibly light, silky texture that store-bought versions just can't match. Surrounding the bowl with carrots, celery, cucumber, and red bell pepper strips means you're getting a generous hit of fiber and micronutrients in every single bite. It's the kind of recipe that feels indulgent but is genuinely working hard for your body at the same time.
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6 servings
For the hummus
- 2 cans (15 oz each) chickpeas, drained, liquid reserved
- ⅓ cup tahini
- 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice (from about 1 large lemon)
- 1 garlic clove, roughly chopped
- ½ cup fresh basil leaves, loosely packed
- ½ cup fresh flat-leaf parsley leaves, loosely packed
- ¼ cup fresh chives, roughly chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh tarragon leaves
- 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling
- ½ tsp salt, plus more to taste
- ¼ tsp ground black pepper
For serving
- 2 medium carrots, cut into sticks
- 2 medium celery stalks, cut into sticks
- 1 medium english cucumber, sliced into rounds or spears
- 1 medium red bell pepper, sliced into strips
- 1 tbsp fresh chives, thinly sliced (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the tahini and lemon juice in the food processor and process for about 1 minute, until the mixture is pale and creamy.
- 2
Add the garlic, basil, parsley, chives, tarragon, olive oil, salt, and pepper to the food processor. Process for 1 minute, scraping down the sides as needed, until the herbs are fully broken down and the mixture is a uniform bright green.
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