Gourmet Mediterranean Snack Platter with Butternut Squash & Roasted Red Pepper Hummus

Ingredients

For the Hummus:
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tablespoons tahini
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
- 1/4 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and chopped
- 1/4 cup roasted red peppers, chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon Calabrian chile flakes

For the Butternut Squash:
- 1 small butternut squash, peeled, seeded, and cubed
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

For the Garnish:
- 2 tablespoons pesto

Instructions

1. Prepare the Squash:
- In a large bowl, toss the butternut squash cubes with 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 tablespoon maple syrup, 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
- Preheat a large pan over medium heat on the stove.
- Add the seasoned squash to the pan and cook for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the squash is tender and caramelized.

2. Make the Hummus:
- While the butternut squash is cooking, combine the chickpeas, minced garlic, tahini, lemon juice, 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper in a food processor.
- Start the food processor and slowly drizzle in 1/4 cup olive oil until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Transfer the hummus to a serving bowl and stir in chopped Kalamata olives, roasted red peppers, and Calabrian chile flakes.
- If desired, sprinkle sesame seeds over the top for garnish.

3. Assemble the Snack Platter:
- Arrange the roasted butternut squash around the hummus in the serving bowl.
- Drizzle pesto over the hummus and squash for added flavor.
- Serve the platter warm or at room temperature.

Total Time

PT40M
40 minutes

Type of Dish

Snack

Keywords

Mediterranean snack, hummus recipe, butternut squash, roasted red pepper, Calabrian chile, chickpeas, sesame seeds, pesto garnish, Skillet recipe, healthy snack

Recipe Yield

Feeds 4 adults

Calories

Total Calories: 950

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