Ingredients:

For the Hummus:

• 30 ounces Chickpeas (2 cans, drained)
• ¼ cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil (EVOO)
• ¼ cup Tahini Paste
• ¼ cup Water
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 clove Garlic
• 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin
• ⅛ cup Lemon Juice

For Topping:

• 1 small Cucumber, diced
• 1 Tomato, diced
• Feta Cheese, crumbled
• Kalamata Olives and Green Olives, sliced
• Fresh Dill, chopped
• Purple Onion, chopped

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Hummus:
   • Drain and rinse the chickpeas. Place them into a blender or food processor with the olive oil, tahini, water, salt, garlic, cumin, and lemon juice.
   • Blend until smooth. You may need to stop and scrape down the sides of the blender once or twice to ensure everything is well mixed.
2. Assemble:
   • Spread the blended hummus in a shallow serving dish.
3. Top the Hummus:
   • Arrange the diced cucumber, tomato, purple onion, olives, feta cheese, and fresh dill on top.
4. Serve:
   • Enjoy with warm pita bread or crispy chips for dipping.

Notes:

• Hummus Base: Choose a fresh and creamy hummus for the best results. You can use store-bought hummus, but ensure it's flavorful and smooth.
• Flavored Hummus: Feel free to experiment with flavored hummus, like roasted garlic or roasted red pepper, to add an extra layer of flavor.
• Store-Bought vs. Homemade: While homemade hummus may have a different taste than store-bought, both options can work wonderfully for this recipe. Test a few store-bought varieties to find one you love.

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