Lemon Basil Summer Hummus

This summer humus has the fresh tastes of lemon and basil. We recently tested it at one of our Kids Summer Cooking Camps and it was a hit. For those youngsters new to hummus the fresh lemony taste is a great food chain to a familiar flavor (most kids LOVE lemonade). We found that even adult hummus fans were pleasantly surprised by the fresh summery taste of this recipe.

For hummus, canned chickpeas (or garbanzo beans) have a better texture than the dried cooked version. My favorite brand of canned beans is “Eden Organic” Their company makes beans in cans without BPA in the lining. BPA (Bisphenol-A) is a chemical found in the lining of most canned foods and has been associated with harmful health effects, including being hormone modulator known to promote obesity. I also like their beans because there is no added salt.