Mediterranean Hummus Platter with Pita and Veggies

Name: Mediterranean Hummus Platter with Pita and Veggies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: 1 can chickpeas (drained and rinsed); 1/4 cup tahini; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 clove garlic (minced); 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin; 1/4 cup lemon juice (freshly squeezed); 2-3 tablespoons water; 4 pieces pita bread (cut into wedges); 1 cup cucumber (sliced); 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved); 1 cup bell peppers (sliced); 1/2 cup carrot sticks

VegetarianMediterraneanSnacksHealthyQuickEasy

⏱️ 15m PREP

🔥 10m COOK

👥 4 SERVINGS

⚡ 350 CAL/SERV

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Overview

A delightful and healthy Mediterranean-style platter featuring creamy hummus, fresh veggies, and soft pita bread perfect for sharing.

Macronutrients per serving

grams

Protein

10.0g 15%

Fat

15.0g 23%

Carbs

40.0g 62%

Rich in nutrients

☀️ Vitamin C

25% DV

Supports immune function

🔺 Iron

15% DV

Essential for blood production

🌾 Fiber

30% DV

Aids digestive health

💧 Omega-3

5% DV

Supports heart health

☀️ Vitamin A

20% DV

Important for vision and immunity

Ingredients

Hummus

1 can chickpeas drained and rinsed
1/4 cup tahini
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 clove garlic minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 cup lemon juice freshly squeezed
2-3 tablespoons water

Pita and Veggies

4 pieces pita bread cut into wedges
1 cup cucumber sliced
1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
1 cup bell peppers sliced
1/2 cup carrot sticks

Instructions

1 In a food processor, combine the chickpeas, tahini, olive oil, garlic, salt, cumin, and lemon juice.
2 Blend the ingredients until smooth, adding water gradually to achieve the desired consistency.
3 Taste the hummus and adjust seasoning with more salt or lemon juice if needed.
4 Transfer the hummus to a serving bowl and drizzle with a little olive oil.
5 Arrange the pita bread wedges on a platter around the hummus.
6 Add the sliced cucumber, cherry tomatoes, bell peppers, and carrot sticks to the platter.
7 Serve the platter immediately, allowing guests to dip the pita and veggies into the hummus.