This creamy Olive Hummus made with chickpeas and salty kalamatas is the delicious dip you’ll want for any gathering. Serve it with warm pita chips!
This post is all about how to make Olive Hummus.
This easy Olive Hummus is the perfect appetizer dip for any get-together! Because it’s made with kalamata olives, garlic, chickpeas, and spices, it will impress anyone’s taste buds with its flavorful dimensions.
The olive oil and chickpeas, aka garbanzo beans, make this Greek hummus recipe creamy, smooth, and insanely ADDICTING. While you can use crackers, bread, or veggies to enjoy this hummus, it tastes best with homemade warm pita chips, and I’ll explain below how easy those are to make.
So, what are kalamata olives? These types of olives are brine-cured black olives grown in Greece. Their taste is rich and salty, and they have a sharp meaty texture and flavor that other olives don’t have, making them an excellent companion to chickpeas which taste plain. Kalamata olives are also a great source of iron, calcium, copper, and vitamins A and E.
Make this quick Olive Hummus in under ten minutes, and you’ll be serving an unforgettable dip that EVERYONE will rave about! Check out all of the recipe tips and tricks below.
Greek Olive Hummus
This hummus calls for fresh ingredients that make this gourmet Meditteranean dip a cut above other recipes. Each component adds a tasty role in making this Olive Hummus the BEST you’ll ever taste.
Ingredients You’ll Need:
- Garbanzo Beans (15 ounces, drained), aka chickpeas, are the main ingredient for hummus.
- Garlic, two cloves will add tons of flavor.
- Kalamata Olives, 3/4 cup, pitted and drained.
- Extra Virgin Olive Oil, 2 tbsp. Mix one tablespoon with the hummus and save one tablespoon of olive oil for drizzling on top. Olive oil adds creaminess and bold flavor.
- Lemon Juice, 1 tbsp; this ingredient keeps things fresh.
- Cumin, 1 tsp, this earthy spice sets the tone.
- Chili Powder, 1 tsp.
- Ground Coriander, 1 tsp, adds spicy sweetness with hints of citrus.
- Tahini, 2 tbsp, adds smoothness to the chickpea base and is included in all authentic hummus recipes.
- Sea Salt & Pepper to taste. Once you’ve mixed all the ingredients, taste the hummus and add salt and pepper as needed.
What’s The Difference Between Olive Tapenade And Olive Hummus?
The most significant difference is that olive tapenade does not include chickpeas. Instead, the tapenade mainly calls for olives, capers, herbs, spices, and a generous amount of olive oil. Check out my delicious and easy tapenade recipe here.
Equipment Needed:
- Large Basting Spoon (for serving)
- Colander Bowl (for draining the garbanzo beans and olives)
How To Make Olive Hummus, Step-By-Step
Step 1: Drain the canned garbanzo beans and the kalamata olives using a colander bowl.
Step 2: Add the garbanzo beans, olives, spices, one tablespoon of olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and tahini to a food processor or ninja blender.
Step 3: Blend the ingredients into a smooth paste. Add sea salt and ground black pepper to taste.
Step 4: Transfer the dip to a shallow serving bowl using a spoon. Drizzle one tablespoon of olive oil on top and garnish the hummus with kalamata olives.
Hummus Pro Tips:
Prepare this dip one hour before serving for a more intense flavor. Once the spread is prepared, the ingredients marinate into tasty perfection. If you’d like the hummus to be fluffier, add a teaspoon or two of water and mix until smooth.
What Do You Eat Olive Hummus With?
You can serve this hummus with crackers, bread, or veggies. It’s also a great dip to add to a charcuterie board. To enjoy this Mediterranean spread to the fullest, make warm pita chips!
You can purchase pita bread at any grocery store or online. Slice each pita bread into wedges, brush olive oil on the tops and bottoms and sprinkle with sea salt. Toast them in the oven at 425 degrees F for 5 to 7 minutes.
FAQs For Olive Hummus
How Do You Make Homemade Hummus Smooth And Creamy?
Tahini and olive oil will help make the hummus creamy, and it’s essential to process the ingredients in the food processor until they are smooth. Add a teaspoon or two of water if you want the dip to be fluffier.
Should I Use Canned Chickpeas Or Dried Chickpeas?
Using canned chickpeas is easier and tastes just as delicious! But if you want to cook the dried chickpeas from scratch, you can do that too.
Is This Olive Hummus Dip Healthy, Vegan, And Gluten-Free?
Yes, this dip is vegan and gluten-free! Chickpeas and kalamata olives are also excellent sources of vitamins.
Can I Substitute Kalamata Olives For Other Olives?
Absolutely! Feel free to substitute the kalamata olives for green or black olives.
Can I Make This Hummus Recipe Without Tahini?
Authentic hummus recipes most always include tahini. But if you’re not a fan of its tangy taste, leave it out. I’ve made hummus without it, and it still has a smooth consistency. You may need to use more olive oil and a few teaspoons of water in the tahinis place, depending on its smoothness after processing the ingredients together.
How Would I Make Olive Tapenade Hummus?
Follow this olive tapenade recipe, and then add the chickpeas, tahini, and spices from this olive hummus recipe.
What Is The Most Popular Hummus?
The plain original hummus is the most popular for many. However, spices and olives add more flavorful dimensions to this Mediterranean dip.
Does Sabra Olive Hummus Taste Good?
Yes! If you need store-bought hummus, it’s a great brand to purchase. But the homemade stuff is always fresher and tastier.
What Does Olive Oil Do In Hummus?
Olive oil adds creaminess and luxurious flavor to hummus! Drizzling olive oil on top of the dip after it’s made is highly recommended for this recipe.
Does Black Olive Hummus Taste Good?
Black olive hummus is delicious! It just depends on what olives you prefer to use in this recipe.
Greek Olive Hummus
Equipment
- Food Processor Or Ninja Bullet Blender
- Measuring spoons and cups
- Shallow Serving Bowl
- Large Basting Spoon (for serving)
- Colander Bowl (for draining the garbanzo beans aka chickpeas and olives)
Ingredients
Ingredients Needed For Olive Hummus
- 15 ounces Garbanzo Beans, (drained)
- 2 Garlic cloves
- 3/4 cup Kalamata Olives (pitted and drained)
- 2 tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil – Mix one tablespoon with the hummus and save one tablespoon of olive oil for drizzling on top of the finished hummus dip.
- 1 tbsp Lemon Juice
- 1 tsp Cumin
- 1 tsp Ground Coriander
- 1 tsp Chili Powder
- 2 tbsp Tahini
- Add Sea Salt and Ground Pepper to taste.
Instructions
How To Make Olive Hummus, Step-By-Step
- Blend the ingredients into a smooth paste. Add sea salt and ground black pepper to taste.
How To Make Easy Warm Pita Chips
- Slice each pita bread piece into wedges.
- Brush olive oil onto the tops and bottoms.
- Sprinkle each wedge (tops and bottoms) with sea salt.
- Toast them in the oven for 5 to 7 minutes at 425 degrees F.
Nutrition
Final Thoughts On This Meditteranean Dip Recipe
If you LOVE hummus, you’ll LOVE this Greek Olive Hummus Dip too. It’s the perfect companion to any charcuterie board, and your guests will LOVE you for it!
Make this spread in under ten minutes, and don’t forget the warm pita chips. Share this recipe with friends and family and on social media if you enjoyed it too! You can follow career girl meets… on Pinterest, Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook for more home decor ideas, recipes, and gift guides.
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