Grilled Veggie Hummus Platter (Printable Version)

Bright, healthy platter with grilled vegetables and creamy hummus—perfect for warm weather gatherings.

# 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, left whole
07 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
08 - 1 teaspoon sea salt
09 - 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
10 - 1 teaspoon dried oregano

→ 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 fresh parsley, chopped
20 - 1 tablespoon toasted pine nuts
21 - Extra olive oil, for drizzling

# Steps:

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

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • You can use whatever veggies look best at the market and the hummus ties everything together.
  • This platter is a crowd-pleaser that's quick to throw together, with hardly any cleanup.
02 -
  • If you crowd the grill, the veggies steam and lose that smoky char—grill in batches for best results.
  • Adding cold water gradually to hummus gives it that whip-your-fork creamy fluff instead of stodgy paste.
03 -
  • Let the grilled veggies rest for a minute before plating—this keeps them juicy and easy to arrange.
  • Reserve a spoonful of chickpeas to garnish the hummus—it adds texture and visual appeal.
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