Black Olive Tahini Spread

By krystallondon

This is similar to a hummus dip, but with black olives added. To cut back the calories and fat you can use canned sliced olives that are packed in water, not oil, but if you want more flavour, use those packed in oil and pitted. Tahini is sesame seed paste, found in the ethnic section of your supermarket.

Ingredients

• 1 cup canned chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• 1/4 cup tahini
• 3 Tbsp water
• 2 Tbsp olive oil
• 2 Tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tsp finely chopped garlic
• 1/2 tsp hot chili sauce
• 1/3 cup finely diced canned black olives
• 2 Tbsp chopped fresh basil or parsley

Preparation

Step 1

Combine the chickpeas, tahini, water, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic and chili sauce in the bowl of a food processor. Puree until smooth. Stir in the olives and garnish with basil or parsley.