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Veggie Cups Hummus


  • Author: Jennie Graham
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

A colorful and nutritious appetizer featuring fresh vegetables layered in individual cups with creamy hummus. Perfect for parties, healthy snacking, or meal prep.


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup Bell peppers (mixed colors), sliced
  • 1 cup Cucumbers, rounds
  • 1 cup Carrots, sticks
  • 1 cup Cherry tomatoes, whole
  • 1 cup Hummus
  • Fresh herbs, optional garnish

Instructions

  • Prepare vegetables: Wash and dry all vegetables thoroughly. Pat completely dry to prevent water from diluting hummus
  • Cut vegetables uniformly: Slice bell peppers into strips, cucumbers into rounds, and carrots into sticks of similar sizes
  • Keep tomatoes whole: Leave cherry tomatoes intact for maximum juiciness and visual appeal as cup toppers
  • Layer strategically: Start with cucumber rounds as base, add carrot sticks, then bell pepper strips for color gradient
  • Add hummus generously: Spoon hummus between layers or on top, ensuring each cup has adequate creamy component
  • Final presentation: Top with cherry tomato and fresh herb garnish. Serve immediately or refrigerate briefly

Notes

  • Choose vegetables with similar firmness levels to ensure consistent texture throughout the eating experience
  • Pat vegetables completely dry after washing to prevent excess moisture from making hummus watery
  • Use room temperature hummus for easier spreading and better flavor distribution throughout the cups
  • Prepare cups up to 4 hours ahead, covering tightly with plastic wrap to maintain vegetable crispness
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 85 calories
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 180mg
  • Fat: 4g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 10g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: veggie cups hummus, healthy appetizer, vegetable cups, party snacks, meal prep, fresh vegetables