Recipes

Zesty Hommus Pasta

Who says hommus is just for dipping? Black Swan Favourites Hommus transforms into a velvety, lemon-infused pasta sauce that coats every strand with rich, creamy flavour for an effortless meal you'll want to make again and again.
Prep: 10 mins Cook: 20 mins Servings: 4

Instructions

Ingredients

  • 340g spaghetti or bucatini
  • Salt, for the pasta water and seasoning
  • 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, plus extra to serve
  • 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
  • 2 large shallots, finely chopped
  • 245g Black Swan Favourites Hommus
  • 1 lemon, zested and juiced
  • A handful of tender herbs (such as parsley, basil or dill)
  • Toasted sesame seeds
  • A pinch of chilli flakes (optional)

Method

  1. Cook the pasta
    Bring a large saucepan of generously salted water to the boil. Add the pasta and cook until al dente according to the packet instructions. Before draining, reserve 1 cup (235ml) of the pasta cooking water.
  2. Build the sauce
    Meanwhile, heat the olive oil in a large frying pan over medium heat. Add the garlic and shallots with a pinch of salt and cook for around 2 minutes, stirring regularly, until fragrant and softened.
    Add the Black Swan Favourites Hummus and ½ cup (120ml) of the reserved pasta water. Stir continuously until the hummus becomes silky and creamy. Mix through the lemon zest and juice, then reduce the heat to low.
  3. Bring it all together
    Add the drained pasta to the pan and toss until every strand is coated in the creamy hummus sauce. If needed, gradually stir through a little more reserved pasta water until the sauce reaches your preferred consistency. Taste and season if required.
  4. Finish and serve
    Divide between bowls and finish with a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil, fresh herbs, toasted sesame seeds, a pinch of chilli flakes and a little extra lemon zest. Serve immediately.