Mediterranean Hummus Bowl (Printable)
A colorful bowl featuring creamy hummus, fresh veggies, and Mediterranean flavors for a healthy meal.
# What You Need:
→ Hummus
01 - 1 1/2 cups hummus (store-bought or homemade)
→ Grains
02 - 1 cup cooked quinoa or brown rice (optional)
→ Fresh Vegetables
03 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
04 - 1 cup cucumber, diced
05 - 1 red bell pepper, diced
06 - 1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced
07 - 1 cup mixed greens or arugula
→ Toppings & Garnishes
08 - 1/4 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
09 - 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
10 - 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
11 - 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
12 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
13 - 1 teaspoon ground sumac or paprika (optional)
14 - Salt and black pepper, to taste
→ For Serving
15 - 1 cup warm pita bread, cut into wedges (gluten-free if needed)
# Directions:
01 - Prepare quinoa or brown rice following package instructions; let cool slightly.
02 - Place a generous scoop of hummus in the center of each serving bowl.
03 - Surround the hummus with cooked grains (if using), cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, red onion, and mixed greens.
04 - Top with Kalamata olives and crumbled feta cheese.
05 - Drizzle extra virgin olive oil and lemon juice over the bowl. Sprinkle with fresh parsley, sumac or paprika, and season with salt and black pepper to taste.
06 - Present immediately alongside warm pita bread wedges.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- It comes together in under 25 minutes, which means you can actually make it on a weeknight without stress.
- Everything is customizable—use what you have, skip what you don't, add protein if you're hungrier.
- It tastes even better the next day as the flavors get to know each other.
02 -
- Don't let your vegetables sit in the bowl too long before eating, or the moisture from the tomatoes will soften everything—assemble just before you eat.
- The magic happens in the ratio of hummus to vegetables, so don't be shy with the hummus; it's not a side dish, it's the star.
03 -
- Keep a container of hummus and pre-cut vegetables in the fridge so this bowl becomes something you can actually make without thinking, turning a busy day into something a little bit better.
- Toast your pita bread lightly before serving—it changes the texture and makes the whole experience feel warmer and more intentional.