Grilled Veggie Platter Hummus (Printable)

A vibrant assortment of grilled vegetables paired with homemade hummus, suited for healthy summer dining.

# What You'll Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1 medium zucchini, sliced into 1/2-inch rounds
02 - 1 medium red bell pepper, seeded and cut into strips
03 - 1 medium yellow bell pepper, seeded and cut into strips
04 - 1 small red onion, cut into thick wedges
05 - 1 small eggplant, sliced into 1/2-inch rounds
06 - 12 cherry tomatoes, whole
07 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
08 - 1 teaspoon sea salt
09 - 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
10 - 1 teaspoon dried oregano, optional

→ Hummus

11 - 1 can (15-ounce) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
12 - 3 tablespoons tahini
13 - 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
14 - 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
15 - 1 small garlic clove, minced
16 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
17 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
18 - 2 to 3 tablespoons cold water

→ Garnish

19 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
20 - 1 tablespoon toasted pine nuts, optional
21 - extra olive oil, for drizzling

# Directions:

01 - Heat the grill or grill pan to medium-high setting.
02 - In a large bowl, combine zucchini, both bell peppers, red onion, eggplant, and cherry tomatoes with olive oil, sea salt, freshly ground black pepper, and oregano. Toss until evenly coated.
03 - Arrange vegetables in a single layer on the heated grill. Grill each side for 3 to 5 minutes, turning occasionally, until tender and lightly charred. Transfer to a platter and keep warm.
04 - In a food processor, combine chickpeas, tahini, olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, ground cumin, and salt. Blend to a smooth consistency, adding cold water one tablespoon at a time as needed. Taste and adjust seasoning if required.
05 - Spread prepared hummus in a serving bowl or on the platter. Arrange grilled vegetables around or on top of the hummus.
06 - Finish with chopped fresh parsley, optional toasted pine nuts, and a drizzle of olive oil. Serve warm or at room temperature.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Assemble-and-go simplicity lets you personalize every platter, even with last-minute substitutions.
  • It's perfect for sharing, and the creamy hummus plus smoky veggies keep everyone circling back for seconds.
02 -
  • Trying to rush the grilling left my eggplant undercooked and spongy—patience gives the best texture.
  • A splash of cold water in hummus halfway through blending lightens and smooths it out instantly.
03 -
  • Brush vegetables with oil just before grilling so they don't dry out or stick.
  • If you refrigerate the hummus, whisk in fresh lemon juice right before serving to revive its flavor.
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