Christmas Hummus Wreath Appetizer
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This Christmas Hummus Wreath is a quick and easy party appetizer that will take you minutes to make. Delicious homemade hummus spread into a wreath shape and decorated with cherry tomatoes, parsley, feta, and a simple-to-make red pepper bow!
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Why I Love This Hummus Wreath Appetizer
Appetizers are often where people at your party will immediately gravitate to. Whether an easy holiday charcuterie board or a savory puff pastry Christmas tree, it’s the best of all worlds when you can make them festive and fun with almost no effort!
I love this simple dish because it’s a great addition to the party. It’s a good-for-you, incredibly easy appetizer to make. So, if you’re looking for a simple and festive dish for holiday festivities, I hope you give this one a try!
Ingredients
You only need a few simple ingredients and a food processor or blender. Here’s what you need:
For the hummus
- Canned chickpeas
- Lemon juice
- Tahini
- Garlic cloves
- Salt
Toppings
- Fresh chopped parsley
- Cherry tomatoes
- Crumbled feta
- Red pepper (for the bow)
How to Make the Hummus Wreath
This is such a simple appetizer recipe to make using mostly pantry ingredients. And it’s simple to make it festive and fun.
Begin by making the hummus, then fashioning a bow from a red pepper, and finally making the hummus wreath.
Step 1: Make the Hummus
Add the drained chickpeas to the food processor along with lemon juice, tahini, garlic cloves, salt, and ice cubes—process for 5 minutes or until smooth. Taste and add additional salt if needed and more lemon juice if needed.
Spoon the hummus onto a plate in dollops, and with the back of the spoon, spread it onto the edges of the plate to create a wreath shape.
Step 2: Make a Red Pepper Bow
Slice a red pepper in half crosswise. Place the bottom section on a cutting board, cut side down. Slice the rounded bulbs into sections that will become the bow. You will only need 2 sections for the bow.
With the remaining sections, cut two bow tails and notch the ends with a sharp paring knife or cut one section with an inverted “v” in the middle.
Step 3: Decorate the Hummus Wreath
Sprinkle the hummus wreath with chopped parsley and feta. Place the cherry tomatoes around the wreath and place the bow where you think it looks festive and pretty.
Topping Variations
This Christmas Hummus Wreath is a festive and fun twist on traditional hummus. It features a ring-shaped arrangement of homemade hummus. While I’m garnishing this wreath very simply with cherry tomatoes, chopped fresh parsley, feta, and a red pepper bow, here are some more ideas you might want to include in your wreath.
- Red pepper, chopped (if you want to use the unused portion of the red pepper used in the bow, chop it into small pieces and spread evenly on the wreath.
- Chopped cucumbers
- Pomegranate seeds
- Fresh herbs are always a delightful way to enhance the flavors.
- Olives (I especially like using sliced Greek olives). , herbs, and olives, arranged in the shape of a holiday wreath. It’s perfect as a centerpiece for your holiday spread and can be served with pita chips, fresh vegetables, or crackers.
- Roasted vegetables
- Thinly thinly sliced meats like prosciutto for a savory twist.
How to Serve
This appetizer is perfect as a centerpiece for your holiday spread. I’m serving it with pita chips, pita bread, fresh vegetables like carrot sticks, celery, cucumbers, crackers, or even small bread rolls. It’s also delicious with roasted or grilled vegetables if you want to offer something a little heartier.
Christmas Hummus Wreath FAQs
The wreath is best served fresh, but it can be stored in the fridge for up to 2 days. If you’re preparing it ahead of time, assemble the hummus on the platter, but wait to add the fresh toppings until just before serving to ensure they stay crisp and vibrant.
Yes, you can prepare the hummus base and toppings separately in advance. Spread the hummus on the platter and arrange the toppings just before serving to keep them fresh and colorful. This can save you time during the busy holiday season!
Absolutely! The hummus itself is naturally gluten-free. Just be sure to serve it with gluten-free crackers, veggie sticks, or other gluten-free dippers for a completely gluten-free snack.
More Finger Foods and Festive Appetizers to Try
- Spinach Puff Pastry Christmas Tree (Savory Appetizer)
- Easy 7 Layer Dip (Quick No-Cook Appetizer)
- 22 Easy New Year’s Eve Appetizers
- Easy, Festive Party Dips and Spreads
- Christmas Eve Tea Sandwiches
Christmas Hummus Wreath Recipe
Equipment
Ingredients
Hummus
- 2 (15-ounce) canned chickpeas
- 1/3 cup lemon juice
- 4 tablespoons tahini
- 3 garlic cloves
- 4 ice cubes
Toppings
- 1 bunch fresh parsley chopped
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes small
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta
- 1 red pepper
Instructions
For the Hummus
- Add the drained chickpeas to the food processor along with lemon juice, tahini, garlic cloves, salt, and ice cubes—process for 5 minutes or until smooth. Taste and add additional salt if needed and more lemon juice if needed.
- Spoon the hummus onto a plate in dollops and with the back of the spoon spread onto the edges of the plate to create a wreath shape.
For the Red Pepper Bow
- Slice a red pepper in half crosswise. Place the bottom section on a cutting board, cut side down. Slice the rounded bulbs into sections that will become the bow. You will only need 2 sections for the bowl. With the remaining pepper, cut two bow tails and notch the ends with a sharp paring knife or cut one section into an inverted "v" shape as shown in the photos.
Toppings
- Sprinkle the hummus wreath with chopped parsley and feta. Place the cherry tomatoes around the wreath and place the bow where you think it looks festive and pretty.
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Notes
- Storing: The wreath is best served fresh, but it can be stored in the fridge for up to 2 days. If you’re preparing it ahead of time, assemble the hummus on the platter, but wait to add the fresh toppings until just before serving to ensure they stay crisp and vibrant.
- Making Ahead: To make this appetizer ahead, prepare the hummus base and toppings separately in advance. Spread the hummus on the platter and arrange the toppings just before serving to keep them fresh and colorful. This can save you time during the busy holiday season!
Nutrition
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Thank you for this recipe, Stephanie. I haven’t made it yet but intend to on Christmas Day. Such a different way to serve hummus instead of the regular dip bowl and biscuits…… very festive!
Cheers, Mel (Australia)
Hi Mel! You are so welcome! I love this recipe and have made it so many times. The wreath idea came from the question “How can we make this festive but still easy?” Hope you love it — and thanks so much for letting me know that you liked it. Have a wonderful Christmas!