By Becky Hardin
Updated Mar 11, 2025
Inspired by my trip to Israel, this Ultimate Hummus and Vegetable Board is easier to throw together than you might think! The beautiful spread of hummus, summer veggies, and crackers is sure to please even the pickiest crowd! Whether you’re entertaining guests or just want a wholesome snack, my delicious hummus charcuterie board will keep you coming back for more!
Hummus Charcuterie Board
I had the incredible honor of visiting Israel, and I was completely blown away by my deep love for Israeli food and culture. The flavors of real food, warmth of the people, and fun/diversity at every turn had me so much in love with the country and people. I didn’t really know I loved hummus until visiting Israel.
Hummus is more of a way of life than an appetizer like we treat it in the U.S. Here are some pictures of some of the amazing hummus and appetizer boards we had on our EPIC trip. (All food photos from Israel by the amazing Amir Menahem .)
My Hummus board doesn’t do the boards in Israel any justice whatsoever, so you’re just going to have to visit there to experience the divine food yourself :). You can make it throughout the year for game day, tailgating, holidays, and more. Just remember to use fresh seasonal produce and get creative!
Fun Fact : When I was recently in Israel, I found out that dipping raw onion into hummus is actually very popular and traditional!
In this summer I attempted my own Hummus and Vegetable Board. Beautiful summer veggies paired with delicious and creamy hummus is a match made in heaven! It’s so fun to get together with friends and family and let them choose their favorite dippers. It’s always a huge hit, conversation starter, and show stopper!
Ingredients1x2x3x
- ▢ 1 package classic hummus Using homemade classic hummus
- ▢ 1 package spicy hummus
- ▢ 1 package roasted garlic hummus
- ▢ 1 package roasted red pepper hummus Using Homemade red pepper hummus
- ▢ 1/2 zucchini sliced/coined
- ▢ 1/2 eggplant sliced/coined
- ▢ 1 each peppers Red, Yellow, Green, Sweet, sliced
- ▢ 1/2 onion sliced
- ▢ 6-8 cherry tomatoes
- ▢ 1 jalapeno seeded and sliced
- ▢ 6-8 sugar snap peas
- ▢ 1 avocado sliced into strips
- ▢ 1/4 cup blueberries
- ▢ 4-5 figs cut in half
- ▢ 2 radishes sliced
- ▢ 1/4 cup olives
- ▢ crackers or jams to your liking
- ▢ more…the sky is the limit!
Instructions
- Arrange all the hummus on the board first. I’m using homemade classic hummus, roasted red pepper hummus and store bought 1 package of spicy hummus and roasted garlic hummus each. You need 3-4 hummus variety, make your own or buy from store. 1 package classic hummus, 1 package spicy hummus, 1 package roasted garlic hummus, 1 package roasted red pepper hummus
- Slice your favorite veggies. Layer in the veggies as they’ll fit. 1/2 zucchini, 1/2 eggplant, 1 each peppers, 1/2 onion, 6-8 cherry tomatoes, 1 jalapeno, 6-8 sugar snap peas, 1 avocado, 2 radishes, 1/4 cup olives
- Add some extras like jams/spreads/cheese/crackers. Add fig jam and tart cherry spread, fruits like blueberries, figs and crackers. 1/4 cup blueberries, crackers or jams to your liking, 4-5 figs
- Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
How to Make The Hummus Board With Veggies
Arrange all the hummus on the board first : The most important ingredient in this divine vegetable and hummus Board is the hummus ! I’m using Homemade Classic Hummus , Roasted Red Pepper Hummus and 1 package each of spicy hummus and roasted garlic hummus from the store. You need 3-4 hummus variety—make your own or use store bought.
Slice veggies : Almost any vegetable goes well with hummus! You can grill the veggies or leave them raw. My fave summer veggies to add to are zucchini, peppers (red, yellow, green, sweet), eggplant, onion, tomato, jalapeño, sugar snap peas, avocado, radishes, olives and spicy chickpeas .
Extras like jams/spreads/cheese / crackers : Add some fig jam and tart cherry spread, fruits like blueberries, figs and crackers. Fill any extra space with fruits or vegetable slices.
How to Store
Refrigerate leftover hummus for 3-5 days in an airtight container. Transfer all vegetables to an airtight container and store in the refrigerator for further use.
Serving Suggestions
I love a good cocktail pairing! Use those seasonal fresh peaches and make Peach Frosé and Skinny Peach Margaritas to serve with this fresh veggies hummus tray.
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Hummus and Vegetable Board
Ingredients
- 1 package classic hummus Using homemade classic hummus
- 1 package spicy hummus
- 1 package roasted garlic hummus
- 1 package roasted red pepper hummus Using Homemade red pepper hummus
- 1/2 zucchini sliced/coined
- 1/2 eggplant sliced/coined
- 1 each peppers Red, Yellow, Green, Sweet, sliced
- 1/2 onion sliced
- 6-8 cherry tomatoes
- 1 jalapeno seeded and sliced
- 6-8 sugar snap peas
- 1 avocado sliced into strips
- 1/4 cup blueberries
- 4-5 figs cut in half
- 2 radishes sliced
- 1/4 cup olives
- crackers or jams to your liking
- more…the sky is the limit!
Instructions
- Arrange all the hummus on the board first. I’m using homemade classic hummus, roasted red pepper hummus and store bought 1 package of spicy hummus and roasted garlic hummus each. You need 3-4 hummus variety, make your own or buy from store. 1 package classic hummus, 1 package spicy hummus, 1 package roasted garlic hummus, 1 package roasted red pepper hummus
- Slice your favorite veggies. Layer in the veggies as they’ll fit. 1/2 zucchini, 1/2 eggplant, 1 each peppers, 1/2 onion, 6-8 cherry tomatoes, 1 jalapeno, 6-8 sugar snap peas, 1 avocado, 2 radishes, 1/4 cup olives
- Add some extras like jams/spreads/cheese/crackers. Add fig jam and tart cherry spread, fruits like blueberries, figs and crackers. 1/4 cup blueberries, crackers or jams to your liking, 4-5 figs
- Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition
By Becky Hardin
Published Jul 12, 2017
This Essential Grocery List is an absolute life saver for my family on the busy weeks. When I started this journey to learn how to cook, I quickly realized that the first step in cooking is having staple ingredients on hand. I want to avoid having to run out to the grocery store every single time I prepare a new recipe. Having a well-stocked pantry has made my life in the kitchen so much simpler, because when it’s time to cook, I have what I need.
Essential Grocery List
It’s so helpful to have a basic grocery list to help me remember which foods to buy at the store. This food shopping list is my go-to!
It’s better to stock up on things like grains, seasonings and spices, baking essentials, oils, condiments, canned and frozen foods, etc. so I can just grab them when I need them. These things have a long shelf life , so I keep them in my kitchen for convenience.
However, I do have to go to the supermarket sometimes, and there’s a way to make that trip easy and hassle-free: I keep a grocery list! If I go in blindly, I’ll leave with things I don’t need, and nothing that actually helps me prepare a good meal.
In the list below, I’ve compiled everything I always have on my stock-up grocery list.
I’ve got you covered! I created an easy grocery list filled with all of the essentials. Plus there’s a free printable version that you can take with you to the grocery store. It has everything you need to stock your pantry, your freezer, and your refrigerator.
Click to get my Free Printable Grocery List
What to Buy at the Grocery Store
This is the perfect grocery list filled with all the basics and essentials. It should help get you going if you’re new to cooking, or if you’re just left staring helplessly at an empty pantry and don’t know how to fill it.
When I first started cooking, things could seem overwhelming. I quickly realized that they more prepared I could be, the more confident I felt. If you already have the basics in your kitchen, then you can shop stress-free.
So print out our easy grocery list, stock up your pantry and fridge, and you’ll be cooking in no time!
Click to get my Free Printable Grocery List for the perfectly stocked pantry and freezer!
Fresh Produce
- Apples
- Bananas
- Strawberries
- Avocados
- Bell Peppers
- Carrots
- Broccoli
- Garlic
- Lemons/Limes
- Onion
- Parsley
- Cilantro
- Basil
- Potatoes
- Spinach
- Tomatoes
GRAINS
- Breadcrumbs
- Pasta
- Quinoa
- Rice
- Sandwich Bread
- Tortillas
MEAT/PROTEIN
- Chicken
- Eggs
- Ground Beef
- Sliced Turkey
- Lunch Meat
DAIRY
- Butter
- Sliced Cheese
- Shredded Cheese
- Milk
- Sour Cream
- Greek Yogurt
BAKING GOODS
- Baking powder
- Baking Soda
- Granulated Sugar
- Brown Sugar
- Flour
- Honey
- Vanilla Extract
- Dry Yeast
- Chocolate Chips
- Cocoa Powder
- Powdered Sugar
FREEZER
- Fruit and Berries
- Frozen Veggies (Corn, Peas, Broccoli, etc)
- Juice Concentrate
- Pizza or Other Convenience Meals
- Pie Crust
- Cookie Dough
CANNED/DRIED GOODS
- Chicken stock/broth
- Salsa
- Diced Tomatoes
- Jam/Jelly
- Peanut Butter
- Pasta Sauce
- Beans (Black Beans, Chickpeas, Baked Beans, etc)
- Soups
- Tuna
- Green Chiles
- Canned Veggies
- Coffee or Tea
Get more details on the best non-perishable and pantry foods
CONDIMENTS/SPICES
- Black Pepper
- Chili Powder
- Cinnamon
- Crushed Red Pepper
- Cumin
- Garlic Powder
- Ketchup
- Mustard
- Mayo
- Nutmeg
- Paprika
- Salt (Course Sea Salt and Kosher Salt)
- Soy Sauce
- Steak Sauce
- Hot Sauce/ Buffalo Sauce
- Salad Dressings
OILS/VINEGARS
- Apple cider vinegar
- Balsamic vinegar
- Coconut Oil
- Olive Oil
- Vegetable/Canola Oil
- Red Wine Vinegar
- White Vinegar
- Cooking Wine
- White Wine Vinegar
SNACKS
- Crackers
- Nuts
- Quick Oats
- Popcorn
- Tortilla Chips
- Cereal
Click to get my Free Printable Grocery List for the perfectly stocked pantry and freezer!
Click ☝🏻 for my FREE Grocery List Printable!
I hope this essential grocery list can help you buy what you need and make your home cooking so much easier!
Stock Your Kitchen
Find more ideas for your grocery list, stock up your kitchen, and print more cooking guides and charts to keep handy!
Non-Perishable Foods to Stock Up On
Frozen Vegetables to Stock Up On (and Recipes to Make)
Ultimate List of Cooking Herbs for Your Kitchen
Ultimate List of Cooking Spices for Your Kitchen
Cooking Oil 101: Types of Cooking Oils to Use
26 Types of Pasta and When to Use Them
What Fruits and Vegetables are in Season?
Meat Temperature Chart (Free Printable)
How to Meal Prep (Guide for Beginners)
Basic Cooking Measurements & Kitchen Conversion Chart
