1cuppitted brine-cured black olivesor pitted brine-cured kalamata olives
1tablespoonbrine-cured capers
2clovesgarlic
2tablespoonstahini paste
5tablespoonsextra virgin olive oil
2tablespoonsfreshly squeezed lemon juice
½teaspoonsaltor to taste
½teaspooncumin powder
½teaspoonred pepper flakes
2tablespoonsIce-cold water
Instructions
Add all the ingredients to a blender or a food processor.
Blend to make smooth hummus. Scrape the sides of the blender a few times while blending.
Add some more ice-cold water if needed to blend the hummus.
Check for salt and lemon juice and add more if needed.
Transfer the hummus to a serving bowl. Drizzle some extra virgin olive oil and top with chopped parsley, red pepper flakes, cooked chickpeas, and olives.