Hummus & Country Olives Recipe
Smooth hummus, “everything” seasoning, extra virgin olive oil, cut vegetables and pita wedges
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Ingredients
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Hummus
Everything Seasoning
Vegetables & Pita
Country Olives
Method
Hummus Preparation
- 1
Blend the Base
In a food processor, combine the canned chickpeas, tahini, fresh lemon juice, garlic cloves, ground cumin, and salt. Blend until smooth.
- 2
Adjust Consistency
While blending, drizzle in the extra virgin olive oil and water until you reach your desired creamy consistency. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Everything Seasoning Preparation
- 3
Mix the Seasoning
In a small bowl, combine poppy seeds, sesame seeds, dried garlic, dried onion, salt, black sesame seeds, and caraway seeds. Mix well.
Vegetables & Pita Preparation
- 4
Prepare the Vegetables
Cut the carrots, cucumbers, and bell peppers into sticks or strips and arrange them on a serving platter.
- 5
Warm the Pita
Slice the pita bread into wedges. Optionally, warm them in a toaster or on a skillet for a few minutes.
- 6
Drizzle with Olive Oil
Lightly drizzle the prepared vegetables and pita wedges with extra virgin olive oil before serving.
Country Olives Preparation
- 7
Serve the Olives
Place the mixed olives in a small bowl or on a platter for serving, alongside the hummus, vegetables, and pita.
