Mediterranean Hummus Platter with Veggies (Printable)
Creamy hummus surrounded by crisp, colorful vegetables and Mediterranean favorites—ideal for entertaining or healthy snacking.
# What you'll need:
→ Hummus
01 - 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
02 - 3 tablespoons tahini
03 - 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling
04 - 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
05 - 1 small garlic clove, minced
06 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
07 - 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
08 - 2 to 3 tablespoons cold water
→ Fresh Vegetables
09 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
10 - 1 cup cucumber, sliced
11 - 1 cup red bell pepper, sliced
12 - 1 cup carrot sticks
13 - 1/2 cup radishes, sliced
14 - 1/2 cup sugar snap peas
→ Mediterranean Accompaniments
15 - 1/2 cup kalamata olives, pitted
16 - 1/2 cup marinated artichoke hearts, quartered
17 - 1/4 cup roasted red peppers, sliced
18 - 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled (omit for vegan option)
19 - Fresh flat-leaf parsley, chopped for garnish
20 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika for garnish
21 - Pita bread or gluten-free crackers for serving
# Directions:
01 - Combine chickpeas, tahini, olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, cumin, and sea salt in a food processor. Blend until smooth, gradually adding cold water until achieving desired creamy consistency. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
02 - Spoon blended hummus onto a large serving platter. Create an attractive swirl pattern using the back of a spoon. Drizzle with additional olive oil and sprinkle smoked paprika over the surface.
03 - Arrange prepared cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, carrots, radishes, and sugar snap peas around the hummus. Add kalamata olives, artichoke hearts, roasted red peppers, and feta cheese (if not preparing vegan version).
04 - Sprinkle chopped parsley over the platter. Serve immediately with pita bread or gluten-free crackers on the side.
# Expert Suggestions:
01 -
- The platter practically arranges itself, yet everyone will think you spent hours putting it together – my secret weapon for looking effortlessly impressive.
- Each component can be prepared in advance, so you can assemble in minutes when guests arrive unexpectedly.
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- Adding ice-cold water (not room temperature) to hummus while blending creates a fluffier, lighter texture - something I discovered accidentally one hurried afternoon.
- Reserve some whole chickpeas to scatter across the top of your hummus for a rustic look that signals exactly what's in the dip.
03 -
- For ultra-smooth hummus, remove the skins from your chickpeas by gently pinching them between your fingers - tedious but transformative if you're after restaurant-quality results.
- Serve in a shallow bowl rather than a flat plate to keep the hummus from spreading too thin and drying out during longer gatherings.