Smoked Kalamata Olive & Cauliflower Hummus

Yield: 2½ cups
Servings: 10 (¼ cup per serving)

Ingredients

• 12 oz bag of frozen steamed cauliflower florets
• 1 cup Kalamata olives
• ¼ cup tahini
• ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
• 1 Tbsp lemon juice
• 2 tsp minced garlic
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• ½ tsp sea salt (or to taste)
• ¼ tsp ground cumin (or to taste)
• 1 tsp dried parsley (or 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped)
• ¼ tsp liquid smoke flavoring
• ½ tsp crushed red pepper (optional)

Instructions

1. Microwave bag of frozen cauliflower florets as directed on package (i.e. 4 to 5 minutes).
2. Place steamed cauliflower and remainder of ingredients in a food processor, pulsing until mixture reaches a smooth consistency.
3. Transfer to a bowl, garnish as desired, and serve with raw veggies or with our Italian Herb Walnut Crackers.