Ingredients
For Hummus
- 3 cups cooked or canned chickpeas
- 3 garlic cloves peeled
- ½ cup + 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon salt plus more according to taste
- ⅔ cup tahini
- ½ teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 tbsp olive oil
For Toppings
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
- ½ cup cucumber chopped into quarters
- ½ cup Kalamata olives
- ⅓ cup feta cheese crumbled
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped
- ½ red onion thinly sliced
- 1 tsp dry oregano
- ½ tsp sea salt
- ½ tsp ground paprika
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Combine all the hummus ingredients in a food processor and blend until smooth. Taste and adjust the seasoning with salt and lemon juice if needed. For a thicker hummus, add more olive oil; for a thinner consistency, add a splash of water. Set aside.
- Chop all the vegetables for the topping.
- In a bowl, combine the chopped vegetables with dried oregano, salt, fresh parsley, olive oil, and olives to create a flavorful salad.
- Spread the hummus in a serving dish and top with the vegetable salad. Garnish with crumbled feta cheese, a sprinkle of paprika, and a drizzle of extra olive oil.
- Serve with pita bread, pita chips, crackers, or fresh vegetables.
Notes
- Level up your hummus game with this Mediterranean-loaded hummus! Imagine creamy hummus, made with chickpeas, tahini, and a touch of lemon and garlic.
- Fresh, chopped veggies like cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, and red onion add pops of color and texture. Briny kalamata olives and crumbly feta cheese bring a salty depth, while a sprinkle of fresh parsley adds a touch of freshness.
- But there's more! A dusting of oregano and paprika infuses the entire dish with warm, Mediterranean vibes.