This basil pesto hummus is a Zoe’s Kitchen copycat recipe! It just so happens to be National Hummus Day so this seemed like the right time to share. 🎉 Their hummus is addictive and now I can make it in my own kitchen! We just planted a new basil plant yesterday so I can’t wait to whip up this hummus with our summer harvest. 🌱 . This hummus is so thick and creamy. The trick to silky hummus at home? Heat up the chickpeas before blending! I pop them in the microwave for about 30 seconds before I dump them in my food processor. . I have a few more tips and tricks on my site but here’s the recipe: . 1 15oz can chickpeas, drained, reserving 1/4 cup of the liquid from the can 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, loosely packed 2 tbsp olive oil 2 cloves garlic 1/2 tsp balsamic vinegar 1 tablespoon pine nuts (optional) 1/4 tsp salt (or to taste depending on the saltiness of your chickpeas) Drain the chickpeas but reserve 1/4 cup liquid from the can Heat the chickpeas in the microwave for 30 seconds. ...