Walnut Spread

Walnut Spread

  • 1 15- oz. can garbanzo beans
  • 1 cup chopped walnuts
  • 1 cup lightly packed fresh basil leaves
  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • 2 Tbsp. lemon juice
  • ¼ tsp. each salt and pepper
  1. Drain beans reserving liquid
  2. In food processor, combine ¼ cup reserved liquid with remaining ingredients. Cover and process, scraping down sides adding liquid as needed to make a smooth mixture.
  3. Store in refrigerator for 4-5 days
  4. Serve with raw baby carrots, cucumber sticks, and fresh string beans (or any veggie you like)