Grilled Veggie Hummus Platter (Printable)

Enjoy grilled vegetables with smooth hummus, perfect for healthy Mediterranean dining and summer gatherings.

# What You 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 whole cherry tomatoes
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 (15-ounce) can 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 chopped fresh parsley
20 - 1 tablespoon toasted pine nuts (optional)
21 - Extra olive oil for drizzling

# Steps:

01 - Preheat the grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
02 - In a large bowl, toss zucchini, bell peppers, red onion, eggplant, and cherry tomatoes with olive oil, sea salt, black pepper, and oregano until evenly coated.
03 - Arrange vegetables in a single layer on the grill. Cook, turning occasionally, until tender and lightly charred, 3 to 5 minutes per side. Transfer to a platter and keep warm.
04 - Combine chickpeas, tahini, extra-virgin olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, cumin, and salt in a food processor. Blend until smooth, adding cold water one tablespoon at a time to achieve a creamy texture. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
05 - Spread hummus in a bowl or directly on the platter. Arrange grilled vegetables around or atop the hummus for a vibrant presentation.
06 - Garnish with fresh parsley, toasted pine nuts, and a drizzle of olive oil. Serve warm or at room temperature.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • You can mix and match vegetables endlessly as if you're painting a plate, never getting bored.
  • This hummus is silkier than store-bought, and scooping it up with a warm veggie feels extra special.
02 -
  • Turning vegetables too early can make them stick to the grill; patience gives the best char.
  • Streaming cold water into hummus little by little transforms it from dense to dreamy—never rush this step.
03 -
  • Let grilled veggies cool just slightly before arranging—steam makes hummus runny if piled on too hot.
  • Use ice water (not just cold) in hummus for the fluffiest, most velvety texture ever.
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