• 1 cup cooked or canned chickpeas
• 4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons black olive paste
• 2 tablespoons good-quality balsamic vinegar
• 1/2 teaspoon hot red pepper flakes
• 1/2 teaspoon finely chopped fresh rosemary
• 2 tablespoons fresh basil leaves, finely shredded.
• 1 garlic clove, or coarsely chopped

Mix all ingredients together. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Allow to marinate for at least 20 minutes, preferably longer.

source: From Batali via Food Network