Colavita Italian Selection

Recipe to try

Mushroom & Roasted Pepper Hummus Plate with Colavita Italian Selection

Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons Colavita Italian Selection
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• ½ teaspoon Italian Seasoning
• 2 cups sliced mushrooms
• 2 cups drained roasted red peppers, sliced
• 1 tablespoon neutral cooking oil
• 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• 2 tablespoons tahini
• 3 tablespoons water
• Pita wedges, for serving

Method

1. Whisk the featured oil with the lemon juice and Italian seasoning.
2. Heat the neutral oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add sliced mushrooms and drained roasted red peppers, sliced. Cook for 3 minutes, then add ¼ cup water, cover and cook for 8–15 minutes, until tender. Uncover to evaporate excess water.
3. Blend the chickpeas, tahini, water and half the seasoning mixture until smooth. Spread on a platter.
4. Top with the cooked vegetables and remaining seasoning mixture. Serve with pita wedges.