Green Split Pea Pesto Dip - Alberta Pulse Growers

Ingredients

• 1 cup (250 mL) dry green split peas
• 3 cups (750 mL) water
• 1/4 cup (60 mL) tahini
• 1/3 cup (75 mL) grated parmesan or asiago cheese
• 3-4 Tbsp (45-60 mL) lemon juice & zest
• 3 Tbsp (45 mL) canola or olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 cups (about 2 cups/500 mL lightly packed) small bunch of fresh basil leaves
• salt & pepper, to taste
• warm water, as needed, to thin out