Description
Create a vibrant and inviting hummus and vegetable board perfect for gatherings or a healthy snack. This colorful spread features a variety of hummus flavors paired with fresh, sliced vegetables, fruits, olives, and crackers, allowing endless customization and a delightful balance of flavors and textures.
Ingredients
Scale
Hummus Varieties
- 1 package classic hummus
- 1 package spicy hummus
- 1 package roasted garlic hummus
- 1 package roasted red pepper hummus
Fresh Vegetables
- 1/2 zucchini, sliced into coins
- 1/2 eggplant, sliced into coins
- 1 each red, yellow, green, and sweet pepper, sliced
- 1/2 onion, sliced
- 6-8 cherry tomatoes
- 1 jalapeno, seeded and sliced
- 6-8 sugar snap peas
- 1 avocado, sliced into strips
- 2 radishes, sliced
Fruits and Extras
- 1/4 cup blueberries
- 4-5 figs, cut in half
- 1/4 cup olives
- Crackers or jams of your choice (e.g. fig jam, tart cherry spread)
Instructions
- Arrange the hummus: Place all hummus varieties on a large serving board. Use 3-4 different flavors, such as classic, spicy, roasted garlic, and roasted red pepper hummus, either homemade or store-bought, to create a varied and appealing base.
- Prepare and layer vegetables: Slice your favorite vegetables into bite-sized pieces such as zucchini, eggplant, peppers, onion, jalapeno, radishes, and avocado strips. Arrange them aesthetically around the hummus on the board, filling in spaces and creating color contrast.
- Add fruits and extras: Incorporate fruits like blueberries and halved figs along with olives to add sweetness and briny notes. Complement with crackers and optional jams or spreads like fig jam and tart cherry spread to enhance flavors and textures.
- Serve and enjoy: Once everything is artfully arranged, serve the board as a shareable appetizer or snack, encouraging guests to mix and match hummus, veggies, fruits, and crackers for delightful bites.
Notes
- Feel free to customize the vegetable and fruit selection based on seasonal availability and personal preference.
- Use gluten-free crackers if needed to accommodate dietary restrictions.
- For added protein, include cheese varieties like feta or goat cheese if desired.
- Prep time may vary depending on slicing and arranging skill.
- This recipe requires no cooking, making it quick and easy to assemble.
