Perfect Beach Snack Board Recipe 5 Easy Steps for Hummus Pita & Olives
A simple, flavorful snack board featuring hummus seasoned with smoked paprika and lemon zest, warm pita triangles, mixed olives, charcuterie, and optional cheese and veggies. Perfect for easy beach days and casual entertaining.
- Prep Time: 17 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 17 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Snack
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
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- 1 cup hummus (store-bought or homemade)
- ¼ teaspoon smoked paprika
- Zest of half a lemon
- 1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil
- 4 large pita pockets, sliced into triangles
- 1 cup mixed olives, pitted (Kalamata and green olives recommended)
- 6 ounces assorted charcuterie meats (prosciutto, salami, chorizo)
- 4 ounces feta or manchego cheese, cubed or sliced (optional)
- Optional fresh veggies: cherry tomatoes, cucumber slices, baby carrots
- Optional nuts: handful of roasted almonds or walnuts
- Olive oil for drizzling (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the hummus: Transfer 1 cup of hummus into a small bowl. Sprinkle with ¼ teaspoon smoked paprika and zest half a lemon over the top. Drizzle with 1 teaspoon of olive oil. Stir gently to combine but keep the topping visible.
- Slice the pita: Cut 4 pita pockets into small triangles about 2 inches wide. Warm slightly in a dry skillet or oven for 3-5 minutes until soft and pliable but still firm enough to scoop hummus.
- Arrange the olives: Rinse and pit about 1 cup of mixed olives if needed. Place them in a small bowl or scatter some on the board.
- Prepare the charcuterie: Lay out about 6 ounces of assorted sliced meats in loose folds or rolls. If using cheese, slice or cube 4 ounces and arrange nearby.
- Build the board: On a serving platter or board, place the hummus bowl in the center. Surround with pita triangles, olive bowl, charcuterie folds, cheese cubes, and any optional veggies or nuts. Add a small bowl of olive oil for dipping if desired.
Notes
Warm pita just enough to soften but not crisp to avoid brittleness. Rinse olives if too salty and dry well to prevent sogginess. Keep sliced meats cold until serving and assemble board just before serving for freshness. Lemon zest on hummus is key for brightness. Leave space on the board to let each element shine.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1/4 of
- Calories: 350400
- Sugar: 24
- Sodium: 600800
- Fat: 2025
- Saturated Fat: 5
- Carbohydrates: 2530
- Fiber: 68
- Protein: 1520
Keywords: beach snack board, hummus, pita, olives, charcuterie, easy snack, Mediterranean snack, quick snack board, summer snack