A vibrant assortment of classic appetizers featuring creamy hummus, fresh vegetables, olives, feta, and warm pita—perfect for sharing.
# Ingredient List:
→ Hummus
01 - 1½ cups cooked chickpeas, drained and rinsed
02 - ¼ cup tahini
03 - 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice
04 - 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, plus extra for drizzling
05 - 1 small garlic clove, minced
06 - ½ tsp ground cumin
07 - ½ tsp salt
08 - 2-3 tbsp 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
→ Olives & Cheese
13 - 1 cup mixed olives (green and Kalamata), pitted if desired
14 - 5 oz feta cheese, cut into cubes or slices
→ Bread
15 - 4 pita breads, cut into triangles
→ Garnishes (optional)
16 - 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
17 - 1 tsp sumac or paprika
18 - Lemon wedges
# Directions:
01 - Combine chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, cumin, and salt in a food processor. Blend until completely smooth, adding cold water one tablespoon at a time until desired creamy consistency is reached. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
02 - Transfer hummus to a shallow serving bowl or spread attractively across a large platter. Create a well in the center and drizzle generously with extra olive oil. Lightly sprinkle sumac or paprika over the surface for color.
03 - Artfully arrange cherry tomatoes, cucumber slices, bell pepper strips, and carrot sticks in sections around the hummus. Cluster the mixed olives and feta cheese cubes in separate areas, creating visual contrast and variety across the platter.
04 - Warm pita breads briefly if desired, then cut each into 6-8 triangles. Arrange bread triangles around the perimeter of the platter or in a designated basket for easy serving.
05 - Scatter chopped fresh parsley over the entire platter for color and freshness. Add lemon wedges strategically around the arrangement. Serve immediately while vegetables are crisp and bread is warm.
