20-Minute Dinners
Hummus, Cheese, and Vegetable Snack Plate
This vibrant and diverse assortment is the perfect embodiment of the 'snack plate' concept for a no-cook dinner. Smooth, velvety ready-made hummus sits at the center, surrounded by crisp fresh vegetables, slices of savory cheeses, a handful of satisfying nuts, and crunchy whole-grain crackers. This style of dining eliminates any heat treatment, preserving maximum nutrients and the natural freshness of the ingredients. The contrast of creamy, crunchy, salty, and slightly sweet textures turns a simple setup into a real gastronomic pleasure assembled in minutes.
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Recipe overview
- Total time
- 10 min
- Prep
- 10 min
- Servings
- 4
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Cuisine
- 20-Minute Dinners
Nutrition
per serving
- Calories
- 460 kcal
- Protein
- 18 g
- Fat
- 28 g
- Carbs
- 34 g
- Fiber
- 7 g
Step by step
Method
- 01
Thoroughly wash and dry the fresh cucumbers and cherry tomatoes
Thoroughly wash and dry the fresh cucumbers and cherry tomatoes. Cut the cucumbers into long, neat spears suitable for dipping, and leave the cherry tomatoes whole or slice them in half.
- 02
Cut the cheese into uniform cubes or thin slices, depending o…
Cut the cheese into uniform cubes or thin slices, depending on its variety, so it is easy to pick up by hand or with a cocktail pick.
- 03
Prepare a large, flat serving platter or a round wooden board…
Prepare a large, flat serving platter or a round wooden board where the entire flavor combination will be beautifully assembled.
- 04
Transfer the ready-made hummus into a small dipping bowl, cre…
Transfer the ready-made hummus into a small dipping bowl, create a small swirl in the center with a spoon, drizzle in a tablespoon of olive oil, and position the bowl right in the center of the platter.
- 05
Scatter the cucumber spears and cherry tomatoes around the hu…
Scatter the cucumber spears and cherry tomatoes around the hummus bowl, establishing a colorful, fresh vegetable section.
- 06
Arrange the cheese slices and whole-grain crackers neatly nex…
Arrange the cheese slices and whole-grain crackers neatly next to the vegetables, then fill the remaining empty spaces with a handful of mixed nuts.
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Useful advice
Cooking tip
For an eye-catching presentation, use multi-colored vegetables and a few varieties of crackers, such as rye crisps and rice cakes with sesame seeds.
How to serve
Spoon the hummus into a small bowl and place it in the middle of a large flat platter or a wooden board, then arrange the remaining components around it in neat sections.
How to store
This plate is best enjoyed fresh upon assembly. If there are leftovers, store the components in separate airtight containers in the fridge so the veggies stay crisp and the crackers don't get soft.
Note
The composition of the plate can easily be adapted based on what you have in your fridge; feel free to add marinated olives, capers, sun-dried tomatoes, or slices of cured meats.
