Hummus with Olives and Pepperoncini

Transform your snack game with this bold and tangy Hummus with Olives and Pepperoncini – a Mediterranean-inspired twist on classic hummus. This creamy, homemade dip is blended to perfection with freshly squeezed lemon juice, tahini, and a hint of cumin, then topped with briny Kalamata olives and zesty pepperoncini for a burst of vibrant flavor. Finished with a sprinkle of paprika and fresh parsley for a colorful presentation, this no-cook recipe comes together in just 15 minutes. It's the ultimate crowd-pleaser for parties, mezze spreads, or simple snacking, and pairs beautifully with pita bread, veggie sticks, or crackers. Healthy, flavorful, and irresistibly creamy, this elevated hummus recipe is a must-try for any dip lover.

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 15-ounce can Canned chickpeas (drained and rinsed)
• 3 tablespoons Tahini
• 3 tablespoons Lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
• 1 medium Garlic clove
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoons Ground cumin
• 0.75 teaspoons Kosher salt
• 2 tablespoons Ice water
• 0.5 cups Pitted Kalamata olives (sliced)
• 0.25 cups Pepperoncini peppers (sliced)
• 0.5 teaspoons Paprika (for garnish)
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

In a food processor, combine the drained chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, garlic clove, olive oil, ground cumin, and kosher salt.

Step 2

Blend the mixture until smooth, scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed.

Step 3

With the food processor running, drizzle in the ice water 1 tablespoon at a time to achieve a creamy consistency.

Step 4

Taste the hummus and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more salt or lemon juice to taste.

Step 5

Transfer the hummus to a serving bowl and use a spoon to create a shallow well in the center.

Step 6

Drizzle a small amount of olive oil over the top of the hummus.

Step 7

Arrange the sliced Kalamata olives and pepperoncini peppers in the well of the hummus.

Step 8

Sprinkle paprika over the hummus for a pop of color, and scatter chopped parsley on top for garnish.

Step 9

Serve with pita bread, vegetable sticks, or crackers for dipping.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(771.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1468.4

Total Fat 99.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 14.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2514.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 114.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 36.0g	0%
Total Sugars 18.8g
Protein 40.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 3790.4mg	0%
Iron 16081.8mg	0%
Potassium 1698.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 59.1%

Protein: 10.6%

Carbs: 30.2%