These Hummus Stuffed Mini Sweet Peppers are a tasty, easy appetizer for enjoying anytime. This recipe and post is sponsored by Heluva Good! brand. All opinions are my own.
Little plates. Trays of small bites. Platters of things to bite and dip. There are so many good reasons to set out a spread of appetizers. They're perfect for noshing on while watching award shows. Ideal for digging into during special episodes of your favorite shows. Perfect for New Year's Eve, that big game and, oh, and just about any evening of the week when you want to switch up the dinner routine.
It's really always a good time for appetizers.
One of our favorite things to include in appetizer spreads is hummus. Hummus was one of my kids first foods. It's something they've both loved since they were just barely able to walk, and something they still eagerly enjoy. Served with veggies, crackers, bread or whatever else moves us, we love it.
When Heluva Good!® recently reached out to me about trying their new hummus line, I couldn't wait. My kids and I -- Will is 10 and Paige is 8 -- enjoy the Heluva Good! dips already, so I was psyched for us to try all three flavors: Original, Roasted Red Pepper and Horseradish.
And they didn't disappoint -- each of the creamy hummus varieties is well seasoned, full of flavor and perfect for dipping. They're also delicious as a spread and in other recipe applications. We're always partial to the bright flavor of roasted red pepper hummus, but the zesty heat of the horseradish flavor was tasty too -- for me at least.
However, it's the original that I used to make little Hummus Stuffed Mini Sweet Peppers appetizers with. The flavor was perfect for combining with juicy sweet peppers and a brightly flavored mini salad.
Making these was pretty simple, quick and easy.
First, I cut the mini sweet peppers in half, taking care to remove the seeds and ribs. Then I filled the cavities of each half with hummus. Finally, I spooned on a quick and easy veggie confetti salad made with finely chopped carrots, cucumbers and red onions. The result was a bright, flavorful small bite.
Like the hummus itself, these are perfect for appetizer spreads.
Heluva Good! Hummus is both gluten-free and dairy-free, and certified kosher too. You can find it in the dairy aisle at Stop and Shop, Big Y, Price Chopper and Shaw's locations in the northeast. It retails for $3.49 MRSP for a 10 oz container. Also, check out Heluva Good! on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Pinterest.
Hummus Stuffed Mini Sweet Pepper Appetizer Recipe
Ingredients
- 9 mini sweet peppers, , halved and ribs and seeds removed
- Heluva Good! Hummus, , in the flavor of your choice
- ½ cup finely diced carrots
- ½ cup finely diced cucumbers
- ¼ cup finely chopped red onions
- zest of ½ lemon
- salt and pepper, , to taste
Instructions
- Lay out the mini sweet pepper halves and fill with hummus.
- In a small bowl, stir together the carrots, cucumbers, red onions, lemon zest, salt and pepper. Let sit for five minutes, then spoon on top of the mini sweet peppers.
- Serve immediately, or chill in a covered container.
This is also a great snack idea for kids!
Hummus is such a terrific snack, and I love how you stuffed them in peppers! great idea
Serving hummus in mini sweet peppers is perfect. Such a healthy snack.
Oh I miss hummus! Unfortunately, my daughter is allergic to chickpeas so I can only indulge on rare occasions. I know - who the heck is allergic to chickpea right?! So weird. Anyway, these look so yum. I'll have to add this to my list of things to make while she's off for the day!
These look so fun. I love hummus and often dip peppers in them, so I don't know why I hadn't thought of this before. Great idea!
Love that you used peppers instead of chips! So much healthier.
I never would have thought to do this with hummus!! Love it!
Perfect snack idea!
What a fun appetizer dish!
Lov this appetizer! I need to try this hummus, I will look for it the next timeI'm in the grocery store!
Hummus is on the snack rotation at my house. I have never had a hummus with horseradish before, I'll have to check that out.
@Michelle @ The Complete Savorist, I don't see horseradish in the recipe? Did you try it with horseradish?
Hi Kim, thanks for popping by. Michelle is referring to the horseradish hummus mentioned and pictured in the post. The recipe is made with the original variety, as written.
I love hummus and bell peppers! This sounds like a perfect appetizer for me!
I love making my own hummus, but sometimes being able to grab a tasty one at the store makes my life easier! And this recipe would be the impetus to do just that. Yum!
Two of my favourite things combined. This is a fabulous recipe. Perfect for parties or just snacking. Love it.