Easy Crunchy Veggie Hummus Snack Packs
A quick, healthy, and delicious snack featuring fresh crunchy veggies paired with creamy, zesty hummus and crunchy whole grain crackers. Perfect for lunchboxes, potlucks, or light afternoon snacks.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Snack
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (about 240 ml) hummus (classic or flavored, e.g., Sabra Classic or roasted red pepper)
- 2 medium carrots, peeled and cut into sticks
- 2 stalks celery, sliced into sticks
- 1 medium cucumber, sliced into sticks or rounds
- 1 large bell pepper, any color, cut into strips
- 1 cup (about 100 grams) snap peas, trimmed
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved (optional)
- 1 cup (about 30 grams) whole grain crackers (e.g., Triscuit)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice (optional)
- A few sprigs fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Wash and prep veggies: rinse all fresh produce under cold water. Peel and cut carrots into sticks about 3 inches long and 1/2 inch thick. Slice celery into similar-sized sticks. Cut cucumber into sticks or rounds. Remove seeds from bell peppers and slice into thin strips. Trim snap peas by snapping off the stem and pulling the stringy fiber. Halve cherry tomatoes if using.
- Prepare the hummus: optionally stir in 1 tablespoon of fresh lemon juice and a pinch of chopped parsley into your hummus for a brighter flavor.
- Assemble snack packs: spoon about 2 tablespoons (30 grams) of hummus into each compartment or bowl. Arrange a colorful mix of veggies around the hummus, aiming for a balance of textures and colors like carrots, peppers, and snap peas. Add about a handful (15 grams) of whole grain crackers to each pack for crunch.
- Seal and store: cover the snack packs tightly with lids or reusable wraps. Store in the fridge until ready to eat. These keep fresh and crunchy for up to 2 days.
- Serving tip: let the packs sit out for 5 minutes at room temperature before serving if you want the hummus a little softer and the flavors to open up.
Notes
If hummus is too thick, add a teaspoon of water or olive oil to loosen. Soak veggies in ice water for 10 minutes before packing to restore crunch. Cut veggies uniformly for better presentation and easier snacking. Season hummus with extra lemon juice, smoked paprika, or cumin for enhanced flavor. Prep veggies a day ahead and store submerged in cold water in the fridge for convenience.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: One snack pack conta
- Calories: 275
- Sugar: 6
- Sodium: 320
- Fat: 12
- Saturated Fat: 1.5
- Carbohydrates: 35
- Fiber: 7
- Protein: 7
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