Elevate your appetizer game with these two irresistible vegetarian dips paired with vibrant crudités and a crusty baguette. This quick and easy recipe features a velvety homemade hummus, bursting with the nutty richness of tahini and zesty lemon, alongside a refreshing cilantro-lime yogurt dip infused with honey for a touch of sweetness. Perfectly complemented by a colorful array of crunchy vegetables—crisp cucumber, sweet carrots, juicy cherry tomatoes, and bold red bell pepper strips—this platter is a feast for both the eyes and the palate. Slice up a fresh baguette to round out this wholesome, crowd-pleasing spread, ready in just 20 minutes and ideal for entertaining or simply enjoying as a light, healthy snack.
Prepare the hummus: In a food processor, combine the chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, garlic clove, olive oil, salt, and ground cumin. Blend until smooth and creamy. If needed, add 1-2 tablespoons of water to reach your desired consistency.
Prepare the cilantro-lime yogurt dip: In a bowl, mix the Greek yogurt, chopped cilantro, lime juice, and honey. Stir until well combined. Adjust the seasoning with salt if necessary.
Wash and prepare the crudités: Slice the cucumber and carrots into sticks. Core the red bell pepper and cut it into strips. Arrange the cucumber, carrots, red bell pepper, and cherry tomatoes on a platter.
Slice the baguette: Cut the baguette into 1/2-inch thick slices and arrange them on the platter alongside the crudités.
Serve: Place the hummus and cilantro-lime yogurt dip in small serving bowls. Set them on the platter and serve immediately.
Calories |
2097 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 63.1 g | 81% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.6 g | 53% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 8 mg | 3% | |
| Sodium | 3940 mg | 171% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 295.6 g | 107% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 38.8 g | 139% | |
| Total Sugars | 59.0 g | ||
| Protein | 84.6 g | 169% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 2904 mg | 223% | |
| Iron | 10737.3 mg | 59652% | |
| Potassium | 2949 mg | 63% | |
*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.