Hummus Ricotta and Vegie Platter

Elevate your entertaining game with this vibrant and creamy Hummus Ricotta and Veggie Platter, a perfect appetizer or light meal that’s as visually stunning as it is delicious. Featuring a luscious blend of rich ricotta whipped with lemon zest and olive oil alongside classic, velvety hummus, this platter pairs perfectly with an assortment of crisp, colorful vegetables like carrots, cucumbers, radishes, and sugar snap peas. Drizzled with olive oil and garnished with fresh parsley for a gourmet touch, it’s a crowd-pleasing centerpiece that’s easy to assemble in just 20 minutes. Serve it with pita bread or crackers for an irresistible dipping experience, making it ideal for parties, potlucks, or healthy snacking. Perfectly balanced in flavor and texture, this recipe is a delightful fusion of creamy and crunchy that guests won’t be able to resist.

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup Hummus
• 1 cup Ricotta cheese
• 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 2 medium Carrots, cut into sticks
• 1 medium Cucumber, sliced
• 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
• 4 medium Radishes, sliced
• 1 cup Sugar snap peas
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
• 4 pieces Pita bread or crackers (for serving)

Directions

Step 1

In a small bowl, mix the ricotta cheese with the lemon zest, 1 tablespoon of olive oil, salt, and black pepper until smooth. Set aside.

Step 2

Arrange the hummus on one side of a large platter and the whipped ricotta on the other, using the back of a spoon to create swoops or wells in each.

Step 3

Drizzle the remaining olive oil evenly over the hummus and ricotta. If desired, sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley for added flavor and visual appeal.

Step 4

Prepare the vegetables: cut the carrots into sticks, slice the cucumber into rounds, and halve the cherry tomatoes. Slice the radishes thinly and wash the sugar snap peas.

Step 5

Artfully arrange the prepared vegetables around the hummus and ricotta on the platter. Aim for a colorful and balanced display.

Step 6

Add pita bread, crackers, or a combination of both around the edges of the platter for dipping.

Step 7

Serve immediately, allowing guests to dip vegetables and bread into the hummus or ricotta as desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1906.2 grams (1906.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2215

Total Fat 101.10g	130%
Saturated Fat 27.10g	136%
Polyunsaturated Fat 20.60g
Cholesterol 151mg	50%
Sodium 4212mg	183%
Total Carbohydrate 256.80g	93%
Dietary Fiber 43.90g	157%
Total Sugars 38.90g
Protein 83.10g	166%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1618mg	124%
Iron 20mg	111%
Potassium 3780mg	80%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 40.1%

Protein: 14.6%

Carbs: 45.3%