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Ingredients
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Hummus
Baba Ganoush
Olives
Pita
Method
Hummus
- 1
Prepare the Chickpeas
Drain and rinse the canned chickpeas under cold water.
- 2
Blend Ingredients
In a food processor, combine the chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, garlic, olive oil, ground cumin, salt, and water. Blend until smooth.
- 3
Adjust Consistency
If the hummus is too thick, add additional water, one tablespoon at a time, until you reach your desired consistency.
- 4
Serve
Transfer the hummus to a serving bowl, drizzle with olive oil, and sprinkle with paprika.
Baba Ganoush
- 5
Roast the Eggplant
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Prick the eggplant with a fork and place it on a baking sheet. Roast for 30-40 minutes until the skin is charred and the flesh is soft.
- 6
Cool and Scoop
Once the eggplant is roasted, let it cool for a few minutes, then scoop out the flesh into a food processor.
- 7
- 8
Serve
Transfer the baba ganoush to a serving dish, drizzle with olive oil, and sprinkle with smoked paprika.
Olives
- 9
Prepare the Olives
Transfer the mixed olives to a small serving bowl, ready for presentation.
Pita
- 10
Warm the Pita
If desired, warm the pita bread in the oven for 5-10 minutes before serving.
- 11
Cut and Serve
Cut the pita into wedges and arrange on the platter.
