A Dash of Compassion » Basil spinach pesto hummus

To make the pesto: Using a food processor, process the spinach, basil, walnuts, garlic, lemon juice, salt and pepper until coarsely chopped, stopping to scrape down the sides of the processor bowl if needed.While the machine is running, stream in the olive oil and process until distributed. Transfer the pesto to a bowl. To make the hummus: Using the same food processor, process the water, lemon juice, tahini, pesto, salt and pepper until smooth.Add half the chickpeas and process until very smooth. Add the remaining chickpeas and process again until smooth. This may take a few minutes.Scoop the hummus into a serving bowl and top with the remaining pesto.