Green Olive Dip (Maazat Zaytoon)

SERVES 6 -8

2 cups green olives, pitted and rinsed
4 tablespoons tahini
2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
2 garlic cloves, crushed
1/8 teaspoon cayenne
1 small tomato, finely chopped to serve
1 tablespoon olive oil, to serve

Place all ingredients except tomatoes and olive oil in a blender and blend until smooth.

Spread on a serving platter and refrigerate for 1 hour.

Garnish with tomato pieces, sprinkle with oil, and serve.