Jun 09 2026
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Appetizer Platter Recipe

Inspired by Thirsty Lion
Time1h
Serves8

A variety of dips and spreads served with fresh vegetables and pita bread.

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Ingredients

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Dips and Spreads

Fresh Vegetables

Pita Bread

Method

Preparing Dips and Spreads

  1. 1

    Hummus

    In a food processor, combine 1 cup of canned chickpeas (drained), 1/4 cup of tahini, 2 tablespoons of olive oil, 1 tablespoon of lemon juice, 1 clove of garlic, and salt to taste. Blend until smooth and adjust consistency with water as needed. Transfer to a serving bowl.

  2. 2

    Tzatziki Sauce

    In a bowl, mix 1 cup of Greek yogurt, 1/2 cup of grated cucumber (squeezed to remove excess water), 2 tablespoons of olive oil, 1 tablespoon of fresh dill, 1 tablespoon of lemon juice, and salt to taste. Stir well and let chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.

  3. 3

    Guacamole

    In a bowl, mash 2 ripe avocados. Add 1/2 diced onion, 1 diced tomato, 1 tablespoon of lime juice, and salt to taste. Mix well and adjust seasoning if necessary.

  4. 4

    Roasted Red Pepper Dip

    In a food processor, blend 1 cup of roasted red peppers (drained), 1/2 cup of cream cheese, 1/4 cup of feta cheese, 1 tablespoon of olive oil, and pepper to taste until smooth. Transfer to a serving bowl.

Preparing Fresh Vegetables

  1. 5

    Wash and peel the carrots, then cut them into sticks (about 4 inches long). Place in a serving bowl.

  2. 6

    Wash the cucumber thoroughly and cut into thin slices. Arrange in a serving bowl.

  3. 7

    Wash the bell peppers, remove the seeds, and cut into strips. Place in a serving bowl.

  4. 8

    Rinse the cherry tomatoes under cold water and place them in a separate serving bowl.

Preparing Pita Bread

  1. 9

    Warm 4 pieces of pita bread in a toaster or on a skillet for about 2-3 minutes until soft and slightly toasted. Cut each pita into quarters and place on a serving platter.

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