Lima Bean and Mint Hummus

This is a recipe from a local chef who wrote a cookbook featuring all of the dishes he serves at his restaurant. This was the first recipe I tried since it seemed so easy. It is considred an appetizer. My husband and I both really enjoyed it even though we were hesitant about the mint and lima beans. We both love hummus and this was a surprisingly good alternative!  I think this would be really good in the summertime.

 

Ingredients: 

2 cups fresh or thawed frozen lima beans

4 cloves garlic

6 mint leaves

1 1/2 Tbsp. fresh lemon juice

2 Tbsp. olive oil

2 Tbsp. vegetable oil

1 tsp. white vinegar

1 tsp. salt

1 tsp. sugar

 

Directions:  Place in a food processor and blend until smooth.  Serve on top of toasted bread, with crackers, or with sliced vegetables.  Refrigerate any extra.

Makes 2 cups