Zesty Mediterranean Shrimp & Hummus Platter
This Zesty Mediterranean Shrimp & Hummus Platter offers a refreshing and healthy option, combining perfectly cooked shrimp with creamy hummus and a colorful assortment of fresh vegetables. It's an ideal dish for entertaining or a light, satisfying meal.
Equipment
- bowl
- pan
- serving plate
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 200 g Fresh or Frozen Shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 1 cup High-Quality Hummus plain or roasted garlic recommended
- 2 cups Assorted Fresh Vegetables e.g., 1/2 cucumber, 1 red bell pepper, 1 cup cherry tomatoes, 1 carrot, 1/2 cup snap peas, 3-4 radishes
Dressing & Seasoning
- 1 tablespoon Olive Oil plus extra for drizzling
- 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice plus more for serving
- 2 tablespoons Fresh Dill chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon Smoked Paprika
- Salt to taste
- Black Pepper to taste
Optional Additions
- 1/4 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper for spicy shrimp
- 1/4 cup Kalamata Olives pitted and halved
- Warm pita bread or whole-wheat crackers for serving
Instructions
Cooking Instructions
- Thaw frozen shrimp then toss with olive oil, salt, pepper, and optional cayenne pepper.
- Heat a pan over medium-high heat and cook shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove and set aside.
- Wash, dry, and dice all vegetables into bite-sized pieces or sticks; halve cherry tomatoes and Kalamata olives if using.
- Spread hummus evenly on a serving plate, creating a shallow well in the center.
- Artistically arrange chopped vegetables and cooked shrimp around and on the hummus, scattering Kalamata olives among the vegetables if desired.
- Drizzle with extra olive oil and lemon juice, then sprinkle with fresh dill and smoked paprika; season with additional salt and pepper and serve immediately, optionally with pita bread or crackers.
Notes
For best flavor, ensure shrimp are fully thawed and patted dry before cooking. Adjust seasoning to your preference, and feel free to customize the vegetables based on seasonal availability.