Description
A creamy hummus base topped with fresh Greek-inspired ingredients like Kalamata olives, tomatoes, cucumber, feta cheese, and a drizzle of olive oil. Perfect as a crowd-pleasing appetizer or a light meal.
Ingredients
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1/4 cup tahini
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil, plus more for drizzle
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- Salt to taste
- Water, as needed
- 1/2 cup diced cucumber
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- Paprika for garnish
Instructions
- In a food processor, combine chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, garlic, 2 tablespoons olive oil, cumin, and a pinch of salt. Blend until smooth, adding water 1 tablespoon at a time until desired consistency is reached. Adjust seasoning to taste.
- Spread the hummus onto a serving plate, using a spoon to create a swirl in the center.
- Top the hummus with cucumber, cherry tomatoes, Kalamata olives, and crumbled feta cheese.
- Drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle with paprika and fresh parsley, and serve with pita bread or vegetables.
Notes
You can customize the seasonings to taste. Add a pinch of smoked paprika or a drizzle of hot sauce for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Method: Appetizer
- Cuisine: Greek