Hummus Mezze Platter

Method

How it comes together

1. 1

   Drain and rinse chickpeas well. For extra creamy hummus, slip off the loose skins (optional but worth it).

2. 2

   In a food processor, blend tahini and lemon juice for 60 seconds until pale and fluffy.

3. 3

   Add chickpeas, garlic, cumin, salt, and ice water. Process 3–4 minutes, scraping down, until velvety.

4. 4

   Spoon into a wide bowl. Make a well in the center and pool olive oil and a dusting of paprika inside.

5. 5

   Arrange around it: warm pita, cucumber batons, olives, cherry tomatoes, and marinated peppers. Serve at room temperature.