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Fresh Spring Garden Charcuterie with Hummus Easy Crisp Crudités Platter Recipe

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A simple, fresh, and colorful platter featuring crisp seasonal vegetables paired with creamy hummus, perfect for quick snacks or casual entertaining.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup hummus (store-bought or homemade, creamy garlic-forward style preferred)
  • 1 large English cucumber, sliced into ¼-inch thick rounds
  • 1 bunch radishes, trimmed and halved or quartered
  • 3 medium carrots, peeled and cut into sticks (about 3 inches long and ½ inch thick)
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cup snap peas, trimmed
  • 1 medium bell pepper, assorted colors, sliced into strips
  • 2 celery stalks, cut into sticks
  • A handful of fresh parsley or mint leaves for garnish
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil, for drizzling
  • Za’atar or smoked paprika, optional sprinkle for seasoning hummus

Instructions

  1. Rinse all vegetables under cold water and pat dry.
  2. Slice the English cucumber into ¼-inch thick rounds.
  3. Trim the radishes and cut them into halves or quarters depending on size.
  4. Peel and cut carrots into sticks approximately 3 inches long and ½ inch thick.
  5. Halve the cherry tomatoes.
  6. Trim the snap peas by snapping off the stem ends and pulling the string along the pod.
  7. Slice the bell peppers into thin strips and cut celery into sticks.
  8. Place the bowl of hummus near the center or off to one side on your serving board or platter.
  9. Arrange the veggies around the hummus in groups or alternating colors for visual appeal.
  10. Drizzle a tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil over the hummus and sprinkle with a pinch of za’atar or smoked paprika if using.
  11. Scatter fresh parsley or mint leaves over the veggies for a pop of color and freshness.
  12. Serve immediately to enjoy the veggies crisp and hummus creamy. If prepping ahead, wrap tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate, adding olive oil drizzle and herbs just before serving.

Notes

Pick firm, fresh veggies with no soft spots to keep crispness longer. Drizzle olive oil and sprinkle za’atar or paprika on hummus for extra flavor. Prep veggies no more than a few hours ahead and store cut veggies in ice water to revive crispness. Homemade hummus can be made ahead and stored up to 3 days.

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Keywords: spring charcuterie, hummus platter, crudités, fresh vegetables, healthy snack, easy appetizer, vegan, gluten-free

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