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Chunky Greek Hummus Plate

May 24, 2012 by Lindsay 39 Comments

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Hi Friends!

Just popping in with a quick post today. As you know, this weekend is Memorial Day weekend. If I had to guess, I’d say many of you will be going to a cookout/family gathering/party of some kind. I’d also guess many of those get-togethers will be filled with unhealthy foods and you’ll probably be indulging in some of them.

And that’s fine…but why not balance it out with some healthy stuff?!

Chunky Greek Hummus Plate - Add these fresh, flavorful toppings to your next batch of hummus for a delicious, healthy snack!

When Hubby & I go out to eat at one of our favorite neighborhood restaurants, we always get the hummus. It comes with a little side dish of marinated tomatoes, cucumbers and olives. He loves it and I’ve been meaning to recreate it at home but just haven’t gotten around to it. When I saw this idea in Kraft Magazine, I knew it’d be a great compromise until I get around to making the marinated version.

Chunky Greek Hummus Plate - Add these fresh, flavorful toppings to your next batch of hummus for a delicious, healthy snack!

Here’s what you do. Make a batch of your favorite hummus. I chose roasted red pepper, but garlic would be good too. If you’re in a pinch, pick some up at the store…but we all know homemade is better! Spread it on a plate and top with diced veggies. I used cucumber, tomato, red pepper, red onion and feta cheese! Add olives if you like them or leave them off like I did.

Chunky Greek Hummus Plate - Add these fresh, flavorful toppings to your next batch of hummus for a delicious, healthy snack!

Serve with crackers or pita chips.

This is a fun twist on the typical plain old hummus and veggie sticks! In fact, it’s so pretty I bet it will be gone before you know it. The perfect party appetizer if you ask me 🙂

Enjoy!
–Lindsay–

 

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Lindsay Livingston is a Registered Dietitian and new mom from Columbus, Ohio. On her blog, she shares simple, healthy recipes, nutrition tips, workouts and snapshots of her life. Follow her on Twitter @LeanGrnBeanBlog and Instagram @TheLeanGreenBean and be sure to subscribe via RSS or email so you never miss a post!

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  1. Jaren@KiwiFitBlog says

    May 24, 2012 at 12:08 AM

    That looks delicious! I love feta!

    Reply
  2. Laura @ Sprint 2 the Table says

    May 24, 2012 at 1:15 AM

    I love brings hummus or other healthy party-fare to events. That way I always know there’s something there for me to eat… in addition to all the fun treats, of course. 🙂

    Reply
  3. Miz says

    May 24, 2012 at 6:11 AM

    oooh you had me at CHUNKY and the fact I need to bring something to a big party on monday 🙂

    Reply
  4. Aparna B. says

    May 24, 2012 at 8:42 AM

    Love this idea! What a great way to snack healthy and have everything on the hummus already! Yummy 🙂

    Reply
  5. Linz @ Itz Linz says

    May 24, 2012 at 8:44 AM

    YUM! i still want to make your fruity salsa!

    Reply
  6. Brittany @ GOtheXtraMile says

    May 24, 2012 at 8:50 AM

    This looks delicious!!! I’m a sucker for hummus.

    Reply
  7. jobo says

    May 24, 2012 at 9:40 AM

    Wow, that looks so good and easy and would even make just a simple great MEAL too. I wish I was home to make this! Craving home made foods! have a great weekend!!

    Reply
  8. Kierston says

    May 24, 2012 at 9:49 AM

    I love hummus! Yum Yum!

    Reply
  9. Sarah k @ the pajama chef says

    May 24, 2012 at 9:55 AM

    i love the addition of feta! yum!

    Reply
  10. Ashley @ My Food 'N' Fitness Diaries says

    May 24, 2012 at 10:07 AM

    yum! you can’t go wrong with hummus + veggies!

    Reply
  11. Jillian @ sprinkle massacre says

    May 24, 2012 at 10:30 AM

    Great idea….. makes hummus into a real meal, since some of us (cough, me) can actually eat just hummus and pita as a meal lol…

    Reply
  12. Rachel @ The Avid Appetite says

    May 24, 2012 at 11:34 AM

    ok I definitely need to make this!! I actually was just on the hunt for some super light, healthy recipes I could throw together for Memorial Day by the pool this weekend…I am definitely going to create something like this!

    Reply
  13. Lisa says

    May 24, 2012 at 11:35 AM

    Looks great! I love making my own hummus since I don’t like tahini, but I like your idea of making it chunky and adding some things on top

    Reply
  14. Angela @ Happy Fit Mama says

    May 24, 2012 at 1:42 PM

    I make a big ol’ batch of hummus every Sunday. Everyone in my house gobbles it down for snacks or sandwiches.

    Perfect idea for cook outs!

    Reply
  15. PavementRunner says

    May 24, 2012 at 2:08 PM

    oooohhhh…. i wanna make that!

    Reply
  16. [email protected] says

    May 24, 2012 at 2:23 PM

    this looks so good! reminds me of a dish i get at a restaurant too. i love it loaded with feta 🙂

    Reply
  17. Val says

    May 24, 2012 at 2:58 PM

    Feta is a great addition to this! Every once in awhile I strain some Greek yogurt so that it becomes like a cottage cheese and have it with hummus. Oof, Memorial Day is always a tough one to keep healthy on!

    Reply
  18. Kristen @ notsodomesticated says

    May 24, 2012 at 4:50 PM

    Yum! As always, this looks delicious!! 🙂

    Reply
  19. Talia @ Bite Size Wellness says

    May 24, 2012 at 5:41 PM

    Mmmmm hummus! There is this place in the city that has a chicken and mushroom hummus plate. You’d fall in love. Swear.

    Reply
  20. Jocelyn @ Peace Love Nutrition says

    May 24, 2012 at 5:53 PM

    I love putting a scoop of hummus on my salads or with my omelets !

    Reply
  21. Katie Heddleston says

    May 24, 2012 at 8:52 PM

    Hello blog redesign!! When did this happen!? I’ve been reading on my phone mostly because of Xander — but love what you’ve done with it!

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      May 25, 2012 at 9:39 AM

      it’s been a couple months but thanks!!! i LOVE IT!

      Reply
      • Katie Heddleston says

        May 25, 2012 at 9:51 AM

        MOnths?! Eeep! That must mean that this was my first comment since xander was born — I feel so bad!

        Reply
  22. Michelle says

    May 24, 2012 at 9:27 PM

    This looks amazing! I love hummus but have never even thought about adding stuff to it, I just usually dip veggies or crackers/chips in it. I will definitely have to give this one a try!

    Reply
  23. Brittany @ Delights and Delectables says

    May 24, 2012 at 10:01 PM

    hummus and veggies make my heart happy

    Reply
  24. Stephanie says

    May 25, 2012 at 10:51 AM

    Lovely, combines 2 of my faves, hummus and greek salad!

    Thank you

    Reply
  25. Ashley @ Freckles & Spice says

    May 25, 2012 at 5:26 PM

    Easily one of my favorite meals too. Giant hummus bowls will never get old me for. That maybe tonights dinner too.

    Reply
  26. Leonor @FoodFaithFitness says

    May 25, 2012 at 10:38 PM

    A friend of mine made something similar to this. It was delicious.

    Reply
  27. Lauren @ Lawfully Wedded Wife says

    May 26, 2012 at 5:27 PM

    This is a great idea! Hummus is awesome for parties of any kind! 🙂

    Reply
  28. Mary@FitandFed says

    May 29, 2012 at 2:27 PM

    This is a good idea– and I have a half-batch of cooked chickpeas in the fridge right now. Thanks!

    Reply
  29. Mary@FitandFed says

    May 30, 2012 at 12:20 AM

    Lindsay I did end up making hummus tonight. I had the co-op cut me an especially small piece of brined sheep’s milk feta from the tub (if I get a big chunk it will just go bad). I topped the feta pretty much as you have above and it was really good. Thanks again for the inspiration!

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      May 30, 2012 at 12:29 AM

      i’m so glad to hear it! i’ve made it about 4 times since I posted about it 🙂

      Reply
      • Mary@FitandFed says

        June 1, 2012 at 1:47 AM

        Hi Lindsay, I blogged about the Greek vegetarian dinner I made, including your hummus, and linked back here.

        Reply
        • Lindsay says

          June 1, 2012 at 9:31 AM

          awesome!! off to check it out!

          Reply
  30. Kelly Youmans says

    June 6, 2012 at 11:58 AM

    This looks so amazing! Thanks for sharing. I can’t wait to try it! 🙂

    Reply
  31. susie bee on Maui says

    July 9, 2012 at 12:06 PM

    great appetizer Lindsay.
    you were my secret recipe club blog this month! 🙂

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      July 9, 2012 at 12:18 PM

      thank you!! my family and i just got back from spending a week in Maui and LOVED IT!!

      Reply

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