Greek Hummus

Ingredients

• 1 cup(s) canned chickpeas, rinsed and well drained
• 1/3 cup(s) tahini
• 1/4 cup(s) cold water
• 2 clove(s) garlic, finely chopped
• 1/2 teaspoon(s) ground cumin
• 1/4 cup(s) extra virgin olive oil
• 1/3 cup(s) lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon(s) lemon juice
• salt
• black pepper, freshly ground
• paprika
• parsley sprigs
• 1 black olive

Preparation

1. In a medium-size bowl, combine tahini with cold water and stir vigorously with a fork to soften for 2 to 3 minutes. Place chickpeas in a food processor and grind to a coarse meal. Add tahini, garlic, and cumin. Pulverize for about 45 seconds. Slowly add olive oil and lemon juice, alternating between each, and continue to process for about 5 minutes, on and off, until hummus becomes smooth and creamy. Season with salt and pepper.


2. Remove to a serving bowl and sprinkle with paprika. Garnish with parsley and a black olive.