Description
A colorful and healthy Hummus Veggie Board featuring creamy hummus in the center surrounded by an assortment of fresh crisp vegetables, pita bread or chips, crackers, and mixed olives. This easy no-cook appetizer is perfect for entertaining, providing a delicious Mediterranean-inspired snack that is both visually appealing and full of flavor.
Ingredients
Hummus Base
- 2 cups hummus
Fresh Vegetables
- Carrot sticks
- Celery sticks
- Cucumber slices
- Bell pepper strips
- Cherry tomatoes
- Radishes
- Sugar snap peas
Accompaniments
- Pita bread or pita chips
- Crackers
- Mixed olives
Garnish
- Fresh parsley for garnish
- Olive oil (optional, for drizzling)
Instructions
- Prepare serving board: Select a large serving board or platter suitable for arranging all elements attractively.
- Place hummus: Spoon the 2 cups of hummus into the center of the board, spreading it out evenly or creating a small well if desired.
- Arrange vegetables and sides: Around the hummus, neatly arrange the carrot sticks, celery sticks, cucumber slices, bell pepper strips, cherry tomatoes, radishes, and sugar snap peas in small groups for easy grabbing. Include pita bread or pita chips along with crackers in the layout.
- Add olives: Place mixed olives in small bowls or directly on the board near the hummus to add briny flavor contrast.
- Garnish: Sprinkle fresh parsley over the hummus and vegetables, and optionally drizzle a little olive oil over the hummus for extra richness and sheen.
- Serve: Serve the hummus veggie board immediately to enjoy the fresh crispness of the vegetables. If preparing ahead, keep vegetables chilled until serving.
Notes
- For variation, use flavored hummus such as roasted red pepper or garlic hummus.
- Add Mediterranean extras like crumbled feta cheese or stuffed grape leaves to enhance flavor and variety.
- Vegetables can be washed, cut, and prepared several hours in advance; keep them refrigerated to maintain crispness.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean