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Kalamata Olive and Caper Hummus

June 23, 2011 by Jeanette 15 Comments

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Hummus with Kalamata Olives and Capers

At a recent visit to the Farmer’s Market, I sampled some hummus with olives and capers and loved the Mediterranean flavors in this bean dip. I’ve made hummus many times, adding sun-dried tomatoes and sometimes, roasted garlic, but not this combination of Kalamata Olives and Capers.The briny flavors from the combination of Kalamata Olives and Capers appealed to me in this bean dip.

Although it seems supermarket shelves are packed with hummus of all varieties these days, hummus is really easy to make at home. Traditionally, hummus is made with chickpeas (also known as garbanzo beans) and tahini, but I opted to use Cannellini Beans, which are creamier. I also left out the tahini as I think it makes for a heavier dip, and I was looking for a lighter bean dip for the summer.

This Hummus Dip with Kalamata Olives and Capers was the perfect dip for the fresh radishes I found in my CSA box this past week. In fact, this hummus was so good, that I ate an entire bowl of radishes for breakfast with this dip. (I know that’s an odd time to eat vegetables and dip, but that’s when I shot the pictures for this post.)

Kalamata Olive and Caper Hummus

If you like a thinner dip, simply add a bit of water (instead of more olive oil) until you reach the desired consistency.

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Kalamata Olive and Caper Hummus

Course Appetizer, Snack
Prep Time 15 minutes
Servings 5
Calories 148 kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups cannellini beans
  • 1/4 cup kalamata olives pitted
  • 1 tablespoon capers rinsed and drained
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/2 lemon juiced
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Place beans, olives, capers, and garlic in the bowl of a food processor. Process until almost smooth.

  2. Gradually pour olive oil through feed tube.

  3. Add lemon juice and season to taste with salt and pepper.

  4. Pulse a few times to combine.

Nutrition Facts
Kalamata Olive and Caper Hummus
Amount Per Serving
Calories 148 Calories from Fat 108
% Daily Value*
Fat 12g18%
Saturated Fat 2g13%
Sodium 265mg12%
Potassium 15mg0%
Carbohydrates 10g3%
Fiber 3g13%
Sugar 1g1%
Protein 3g6%
Vitamin A 27IU1%
Vitamin C 6mg7%
Calcium 39mg4%
Iron 1mg6%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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Comments

  1. Kalyn says

    June 23, 2011 at 1:21 pm

    Love this. I'm crazy about capers!

    Reply
  2. Pretend Chef says

    June 23, 2011 at 1:22 pm

    In our household "breakfast" isn't the usual eggs and toast. I too have been known to have dinner leftovers or nontraditional food eats. This sounds like an incredible dip and a great way to eat up those radishes. Yummy!

    Reply
  3. Christina says

    June 23, 2011 at 3:15 pm

    I love, love, love hummus. I also love capers and olives. This is right up my alley!

    Reply
  4. A SPICY PERSPECTIVE says

    June 23, 2011 at 4:06 pm

    YUM! What briny deliciousness! 🙂

    Reply
  5. Sara @ Saucy Dipper says

    June 23, 2011 at 6:11 pm

    I usually just make traditional hummus, but I've got a jar of capers in my fridge that NEED a purpose. I think this might be it…

    Reply
  6. Kate@Diethood says

    June 23, 2011 at 6:51 pm

    This looks great!! The flavors are yummylicious. 🙂

    Reply
  7. Junia says

    June 23, 2011 at 8:02 pm

    i love olives!!! i would love this dip with some savory and healthy crackers. mmmm~

    Reply
  8. Kelly says

    June 23, 2011 at 8:47 pm

    The kalamata and capers must lend a sensational taste to your bean dip – this looks gorgeous!

    Reply
  9. Jen_from_NJ says

    June 24, 2011 at 1:22 am

    I love the Mediterranean flavors. I can't wait to try your hummus idea!

    Reply
  10. Lydia (The Perfect Pantry) says

    June 24, 2011 at 1:23 am

    Love this kicked-up hummus! I'm going to make it for my next party.

    Reply
  11. Jeanette says

    June 24, 2011 at 1:49 am

    Thanks everyone for your feedback – I just had a few spoonfuls of this hummus and it was good!

    Reply
  12. Feast on the Cheap says

    June 25, 2011 at 2:40 am

    Kalamatas just make everything better…

    Reply
  13. Rachel says

    June 25, 2011 at 3:07 am

    This combination of flavors looks and sounds terrific!

    Reply
  14. Jeanette says

    June 25, 2011 at 3:53 am

    I love the briny flavors of Kalamata olives and capers – glad everyone is liking them too!

    Reply
  15. The Food Hunter says

    June 28, 2011 at 8:42 pm

    Love your blog…glad I found it.

    Reply

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