{"id":20144,"date":"2025-08-19T16:17:27","date_gmt":"2025-08-19T23:17:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/citystuff.com\/los-angeles\/the-addition-of-avocado-makes-this-hummus-creamy-and-buttery-daily-news\/"},"modified":"2025-08-19T16:17:28","modified_gmt":"2025-08-19T23:17:28","slug":"the-addition-of-avocado-makes-this-hummus-creamy-and-buttery-daily-news","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/citystuff.com\/los-angeles\/the-addition-of-avocado-makes-this-hummus-creamy-and-buttery-daily-news\/","title":{"rendered":"The addition of avocado makes this hummus creamy and buttery \u2013 Daily News"},"content":{"rendered":"

Introduction to Creamy Hummus<\/h2>\n

The addition of avocado makes this hummus creamy and buttery. <\/p>\n

The photos and recipes in a new cookbook made me hungry. It\u2019s a collection of flavorful formulas sourced from the iconic San Francisco vegetarian eatery, Greens Restaurant. \u201cSeasons of Greens\u201d by Katie Reicher, Greens\u2019 executive chef, showcases dishes that celebrate vegetables, utilizing the seasonal harvests of local farmers and Green Gulch, the restaurant\u2019s organic gardens.<\/p>\n

Experience with Green Goddess Hummus<\/h2>\n

Eager to taste Chef Reicher\u2019s dishes, I recently dined at Greens Restaurant while on a visit to see my Bay Area daughter and her family. We started our meal with the Green Goddess Hummus served with pita bread. It was deliciously creamy, with the buttery flavor of avocado dancing joyfully with the garbanzo beans and plentiful herbs.<\/p>\n

Preparing the Hummus<\/h2>\n

\u201cWe prefer the hummus with a bit of texture,\u201d Reicher wrote. \u201cBut, if you prefer a completely smooth hummus, start off mixing the herbs, olive oil, tahini, and lemon juice in a blender and blend until smooth. Then add the remaining ingredients and blend again until hummus comes together. Store in refrigerator for up to 3 days.\u201d<\/p>\n

Green Goddess Hummus Recipe<\/h3>\n

Yield and Ingredients<\/h4>\n

Yield: 3 cups
\nIngredients include:
\n1 medium avocado
\n2 cups garbanzo beans, cooked and cooled (or canned garbanzo beans, drained)
\n1\/4 cup packed fresh parsley leaves
\n1\/4 cup packed fresh mint leaves
\n2 tablespoons packed fresh dill, stems removed
\n2 tablespoons packed fresh basil leaves
\n2 tablespoons thinly sliced green garlic coins or 1 medium garlic clove, minced
\n1 medium garlic clove, minced
\n1\/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
\n1\/4 cup tahini
\n1\/4 cup fresh lemon juice
\n2 teaspoons salt
\nFor serving: Pita bread, cut into triangles, toasted if desired<\/p>\n

Cook\u2019s Notes and Directions<\/h4>\n

Cook\u2019s notes: At the restaurant olive oil was drizzled atop the hummus along with a sprinkling of chopped fresh mint.
\nDirections:<\/p>\n

    \n
  1. Cut the avocado in half and remove pit. Using a spoon, cut the avocado in chunks and then scoop out from the skin into the bowl of a food processor. Add remaining ingredients and process for 2 to 3 minutes, until the hummus comes together and a little texture remains.
    \nSource: adapted from \u201cSeasons of Greens\u201d by Katie Reicher
    \nAward-winning food writer Cathy Thomas has written three cookbooks, including \u201c50 Best Plants on the Planet.\u201d Follow her at CathyThomasCooks.com<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    Conclusion<\/h2>\n

    The Green Goddess Hummus is a delicious and creamy dip that is perfect for any occasion. With the addition of avocado, it has a rich and buttery flavor that complements the garbanzo beans and herbs perfectly. Whether you prefer a smooth or textured hummus, this recipe is sure to please.<\/p>\n

    FAQs<\/h2>\n

    Q: Can I use canned garbanzo beans for the hummus?
    \nA: Yes, you can use canned garbanzo beans, drained, as a substitute for cooked and cooled garbanzo beans.
    \nQ: How long can I store the hummus in the refrigerator?
    \nA: You can store the hummus in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
    \nQ: Can I customize the recipe with other ingredients?
    \nA: Yes, you can customize the recipe by adding or substituting other ingredients to suit your taste preferences.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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