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Cold Appetizer Platter With Roasted Red Pepper Hummus
Prepare to elevate your gathering with a captivating cold appetizer platter featuring tantalizing roasted red pepper hummus blended with dried cranberries. This vibrant spread adorned with fresh produce and toasted pita, is the ultimate centrepiece for a vibrant and simple holiday feast.
Ingredients
Roasted Pepper
- 1 red bell pepper, washed and cut in medium chunks
- 1 tsp olive oil, extra virgin
Hummus
- 1 avocado, small, ripe
- 1 cup chickpeas, cooked, canned
- 1 tbsp olive oil, extra virgin
- 2 tbsp lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 1 garlic clove
- 2 tbsp water
- ¼ cup dried cranberries, unsweetened
Platter
- 2 pita, Lebanese-style, cut into triangles, toasted for a few minutes in the oven
- 3 carrots, small, washed, peeled, cut into thick strips
- 1 cucumber, small, washed, cut into thick strips
- 2 cups blackberries, fresh, washed
- 1 bell pepper, large, red
- 1 cup snap peas, washed
Equipment
- blender
Instructions
Roasted Pepper & Toasted Pita
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Coat red bell pepper chunks in olive oil. Roast for 30 minutes until charred.
- Cut pita into triangles; toast in the oven (no oil) for 2-3 mins.
Hummus
- In a high-speed blender, blitz roasted pepper, avocado, chickpeas, lemon juice, water, and 1 tbsp olive oil until smooth. Add dried cranberries; blend for preferred texture.
Platter
- Slice the veggies into dip-friendly thick strips. Arrange the veggie strips, berries, toasted pita, and hummus for serving.
Notes
Veggie dip platter tip for beginners
For a remarkable veggie dip platter, aim for a variety of textures—think crispy toasted pita complemented by creamy hummus. I've handpicked robust veggies and fruits that pair flawlessly with this dip. To prep in advance, slice your veggies, wrap them in damp paper towels, and store them in an airtight glass container in the fridge.Nutrition Information:
Calories: 286kcal (14%)Carbohydrates: 43g (14%)Protein: 8g (16%)Fat: 11g (17%)Saturated Fat: 1g (5%)Polyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 153mg (6%)Potassium: 735mg (21%)Fiber: 12g (48%)Sugar: 13g (14%)Vitamin A: 8043IU (161%)Vitamin C: 95mg (115%)Calcium: 87mg (9%)Iron: 2mg (11%)
Keep in mind that the nutritional values provided are approximations and suggestions, and might fluctuate depending on ingredient variations, portion sizes, and recipe adjustments. This nutrition facts table cannot account for your individual needs. Your body — including your hunger and satiety cues — change daily. It's perfectly fine to eat more or less on different days. Instead of letting food guilt take over, consider mindful eating.
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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