Red Bell Pepper Hummus

    

Ingredients:

• 30 oz. cooked chickpeas (garbanzos)
• 1/4 cup raw sesame seeds
• 1 red bell pepper, chopped
• 2-3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice 
• 1 garlic clove, peeled 
• sea salt 
  

Directions:

1. Place all ingredients, except the salt, into a food processor or a powerful blender (Vitamix) in the order listed.
2. Turn machine on and increase speed to high.  Add water as needed to achieve desired consistency.
3. Blend for one minute or until it reaches a smooth texture.
4. Season to taste with sea salt. 
5. Serve chilled with vegetables, gluten-free pita bread or crackers. 

Green Pea Pesto

Ingredients:

• 3.5 oz / 100 g shelled almonds
• 1 cup / 200 ml frozen peas
• 1/2 lemon, juiced (optional)
• 1 garlic clove
• 1/2 - 1 cup olive oil
• salt and black pepper to taste
• 1 teaspoon sesame seeds

Directions:

1. Place almonds, frozen peas, lemon juice and garlic in a food processor or a powerful blender (e.g., Vitamix) and mix till creamy. 
2. Pour the olive oil into the mixture and continue mixing until it has even consistency. 
3. Add salt and pepper according to taste.
4. Place into a serving dish and sprinkle with sesame seeds.