Black Olive Hummus

Submitted by Amy Jo in Chicago

"This is a sesame-free hummus that I make for a friend with allergies. It is a huge hit. You can either use pitted kalamata olives, or for a more intense flavor, you can buy black olive paste at most mediterranean groceries. Marmarabirlik salted black olive paste is my favorite."

 

• Ready In: 10mins
• Ingredients: 9
• Serves: 8

ingredients

• 6 ounces kalamata olives or 6 ounces black olive paste
• 1 (15 ounce) can chickpeas, drained
• 1 teaspoon garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon olive oil, lemon infused
• 4 tablespoons olive oil
• 1⁄8 cup water
• 1⁄2 teaspoon salt, to taste

directions

1. All all ingredients except oils, water and salt to a food processor.
2. Pulse ingredients until they start to form a paste.
3. Add lemon olive oil, and turn food processor on.
4. Add olive oil a tbsp at a time until you reach a smooth creamy texture.
5. If the hummus is too thick, add water in teaspoons to help thin it out.
6. Taste and add salt if needed. (if using olive paste, you will not need salt.).