Hummus with Roasted Olives
Smooth Hummus topped with Roasted Olives, Garlic, Chilli Flakes and Herbs
Servings 8
Calories 137kcal
Ingredients
Hummus
- 2 Cups Boiled Chickpeas Canned or Boiled at home
- 1 tablespoon Tahini
- 3-4 tablespoon Lemon Juice About ½ a Lemon
- 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust as per taste
- 1 Cup Ice Cubes
Roasted Olives
- 1 Cup Mixed Olives Kalamata, Black and green
- 2 tablespoon Olive Oil
- 4-5 Garlic Cloves
- ½ Lemon Wedge Quartered
- 1 teaspoon Chilli Flakes
- 2-3 Sprigs Thyme or 1 teaspoon dried Thyme
Instructions
- First, heat the chickpeas in a microwave or a pot till it's hot and heated through.
- Drain the chickpeas.
- Add the chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice,salt and 1 cup ice cubes to the food processor or blender.
- Blend till it's smooth.This will take 10-12 minutes*.The Hummus should be smooth and of the same consistency as buttercream.
- Add more water if needed.
Roasting Olives
- While your chickpeas are heating through, add the olives, lemon wedge, olive oil, chili flakes, garlic, and herbs to a baking dish.
- Roast at 180 C or 365 F for 20-25 minutes till the lemon has released its juices.
Assembly
- Scoop the hummus on to the serving dish.Something shallow works better.
- Add the roasted olives, garlic and lemon wedges on top.
- Drizzle the left over olive oil and jucies from the roasting pan.
- Serve with crisps and pita bread!
Notes
*Serving size is an estimate.
** Texture of Hummus should be smooth.It should slide off the spoon easily.The closest texture to hummus is buttercream.
***Using ice cubes helps in texture.It also helps in making sure there is not too much steam while blending the hot chickpeas.
Nutrition
Calories: 137kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 563mg | Potassium: 149mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 165IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 37mg | Iron: 1mg