Loaded Hummus

Loaded Hummus

by | Sep 26, 2021 | Appetizers

Hummus is easy to make and when you add all the fun toppings, it’s way better than store-bought!  Creamy, smooth, lemony hummus topped with chopped castelvetrano and kalamata olives, sliced radishes, crumbled feta, heirloom cherry tomatoes and fresh torn basil. So good!

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Loaded Hummus

This one's a crowd pleaser! Lemony, creamy hummus topped with all the fun stuff - almost a meal in itself!
Course: Appetizer

Ingredients

  • 540 mL can chickpeas drained
  • 1/3 cup fresh lemon juice more to taste
  • 1/3 cup tahini
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tsp salt to taste
  • 3 tbsp olive oil extra virgin
  • 1/4 cup water more as needed

Toppings

  • whole chickpeas
  • chopped fresh basil
  • crumbled feta
  • chopped heirloom cherry tomatoes
  • sliced radishes
  • chopped castelvetrano and kalamata olives
  • fresh cracked pepper
  • Spike seasoning or salt as needed
  • chilies

Instructions

  • Add tahini and lemon juice to food processor and blend until creamy.
  • Add olive oil, garlic, salt, chickpeas and blend. Slowly add water and blend until perfect consistency is reached. Adjust seasoning as needed.
  • Add hummus to a shallow bowl, make a well in the center, pour in a bit of olive oil. Add fresh cracked pepper and chilies. Add hummus toppings. Serve with your favourite raw veggies, pita bread, crackers and pretzels.
    Enjoy!