Grilled Veggie Hummus Platter (Print Version)

Grilled vegetables with creamy hummus bring vibrant Mediterranean flavors to tables, ideal for picnics or light meals.

# Ingredient List:

→ 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

# Cooking Directions:

01 - Heat grill or grill pan to medium-high.
02 - In a large bowl, combine zucchini, bell peppers, red onion, eggplant, and cherry tomatoes. Toss 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, until vegetables are tender and lightly charred, approximately 3 to 5 minutes per side. Transfer to a serving platter and keep warm.
04 - In a food processor, blend chickpeas, tahini, extra-virgin olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, cumin, and salt until fully smooth. Add cold water one tablespoon at a time to achieve a creamy consistency. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
05 - Spread hummus in a bowl or directly on the platter. Arrange grilled vegetables around or over the hummus.
06 - Top with chopped parsley, toasted pine nuts, and a generous drizzle of olive oil. Serve warm or at room temperature.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • A drizzle of olive oil and fresh herbs turns everyday vegetables into something special, believe me.
  • The homemade hummus is so velvety and tangy, you might find yourself making it just for snacking.
02 -
  • Don’t rush grilling—flipping veggies too soon means you miss those caramelized edges.
  • Cold water transforms hummus from dense to super smooth; I learned this after many chunky batches.
03 -
  • If your grill isn’t hot enough, veggies get mushy instead of caramelized.
  • A dash of smoked paprika on the hummus is my shortcut to extra depth.
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