Ingredients

1 large clove garlic

1 can (15 1/2 ounces) chickpeas, drained

3 tablespoons pimientos, finely chopped, plus more for garnish

1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil

3/4 teaspoon ground cumin

1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley, plus leaves for garnish

Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Quick Crostini

Preparation

Process garlic in the bowl of a food processor until finely chopped. Add chickpeas; pulse until crushed but not pureed, 7 to 8 pulses. Transfer to a small bowl. Add pimientos, olive oil, cumin, and parsley; stir to combine. Season with salt and pepper.

Place about 1 tablespoon mixture on top of each crostini. Garnish with a parsley leaf and a slice of pimiento, and serve.