Step 1

Start soaking the cashews for the Creamy Cilantro Sauce (or soak the cashews in advance or overnight).

Step 2

Make the homemade pita chips.

Step 3

Dice the cucumber and quarter the tomatoes; sprinkle both lightly with kosher salt. Chop the olives. Drain and rinse the beans; in a small bowl, mix the beans with the olive oil, kosher salt, and a few grinds of fresh ground black pepper.

Step 4

Make the Creamy Cilantro Sauce.

Step 5

To serve, place the pita chips on a plate. Top with veggies and beans, and drizzle with cilantro sauce and additional olive oil (if desired). Sprinkle with torn cilantro and serve.