Grilled Veggie Platter Hummus (Printable)

Grilled vegetables and homemade hummus create a healthy, colorful summer side perfect for 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 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

# How To:

01 - Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
02 - In a large bowl, combine zucchini, bell peppers, red onion, eggplant, and cherry tomatoes with olive oil, sea salt, black pepper, and oregano. Toss thoroughly to coat.
03 - Arrange vegetables in a single layer on the grill. Cook, turning occasionally, until tender and lightly charred, approximately 3 to 5 minutes per side. Transfer grilled vegetables to a platter and keep warm.
04 - In a food processor, combine chickpeas, tahini, extra-virgin olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, ground cumin, and salt. Blend until smooth, adding cold water one tablespoon at a time to achieve desired consistency. Adjust seasoning as necessary.
05 - Spread hummus in a serving bowl or directly onto platter. Arrange warm grilled vegetables around or atop the hummus. Garnish with chopped parsley, toasted pine nuts, and a drizzle of olive oil. Serve immediately or at room temperature.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Even picky eaters dive into grilled veggies when served with creamy hummus.
  • This platter feels festive and flexible, never failing to brighten any gathering.
02 -
  • I learned the hard way that overcrowding the grill steams veggies instead of charring them.
  • Blending hummus with cold water makes it far silkier than using room temperature.
03 -
  • Let grilled veggies cool just a few minutes before plating for juicier bites.
  • A sprinkle of sea salt over the finished platter draws out every vegetable flavor.
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