Mediterranean Hummus Platter
Creamy classic hummus surrounded by colorful vegetables, olives, herbs, and warm pita.Simple, elegant, and always one of the highest-rated Mediterranean platters.
Prep: 15 minutes
Total: ~15 minutes
Servings:6–8
Ingredients
Hummus Base
1½ cups cooked chickpeas (or 1 can, rinsed)
¼ cup tahini
2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
2 tbsp lemon juice
1 garlic clove
½ tsp salt
Cold water, as needed
Platter Add-Ons
Cherry tomatoes
Cucumber sticks
Roasted red peppers
Carrot sticks
Kalamata & green olives
Radishes
Fresh parsley or mint
Warm pita bread or whole-grain crackers
Instructions
1. Make hummus
Blend chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, garlic, salt, and olive oil until smooth.
Add cold water 1 tbsp at a time until creamy.
2. Plate
Spread hummus in a shallow bowl.
Swirl top, drizzle olive oil, sprinkle parsley.
3. Arrange
Surround hummus with vegetables, olives, and pita.
Flavor Variations
Roasted red pepper hummus
Garlic & herb hummus
Beet hummus (festive color)
Olive tapenade swirl
Nutritional Information
Calories: ~180
Protein: 6 g
Carbs: 14 g
Fat: 11 g
Fiber: 4 g
Sodium: ~260 mg