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Ingredients
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Hummus Base
Toppings
Pita
Method
Hummus Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Chickpeas
Drain and rinse the canned chickpeas under cold water to remove excess sodium.
- 2
Blend the Ingredients
In a food processor, combine the drained chickpeas, tahini, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, ground cumin, salt, and water.
- 3
Process Until Smooth
Blend the mixture on high speed until smooth and creamy. If it's too thick, add more water, one tablespoon at a time, until the desired consistency is reached.
- 4
Taste and Adjust
Taste the hummus and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more salt or lemon juice to your liking.
Topping and Serving
- 5
Prepare the Olives
Slice the olives into thin rounds or leave them whole if preferred.
- 6
Serve the Hummus
Transfer the hummus to a serving bowl. Drizzle a little olive oil on top, sprinkle with paprika, and add the olives and chopped parsley as toppings.
- 7
Warm the Pita
Warm the pita bread in a toaster or oven for a few minutes until soft.
- 8
Enjoy
Serve the warm pita alongside the hummus for dipping.