Holiday Hummus Wreath
What better way to celebrate the season than with this adorable Holiday Hummus Wreath? It’s made with creamy garlic hummus, fresh cherry tomatoes, chopped parsley, and a red pepper bow garnish. A festive and edible centerpiece for your appetizer table!
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Festive & Easy: No cooking required, just shape, garnish, and serve.
Crowd Favorite: Everyone loves a dip that looks beautiful and tastes great.
Quick to Make: Ready in minutes with simple, fresh ingredients.
Finally…a healthier option for your holiday party that uses simple ingredients and looks like a Christmas decoration! This wreath-style dip is popular on TikTok and it’s easy to see why. Simply pick your favorite hummus flavor and decorate it in a wreath shape with herbs, tomatoes, and a sprinkle of parmesan cheese. It’s eye catching, fun to make, and even more fun to eat!
Looking for more fun holiday appetizers? Whip up this Little Debbie Christmas Tree Dip as a sweet option, and a bowl of Roasted Red Beet Hummus as a nice accompaniment to your Christmas wreath hummus dip.
What You’ll Need
Below are the ingredients you’ll need to make this holiday hummus wreath! To view quantities, check out the printable recipe card.
Red Bell Peppers: Slice into a bow shape or use a real ribbon if you prefer.
Garlic Hummus: Smooth and flavorful base. Any variety of hummus works great.
Chopped Parsley: Adds a bright green color and fresh taste, you can use chopped basil or cilantro instead.
Cherry Tomatoes: Slice each tomato in half to look like tiny ornaments.
Freshly Grated Parmesan: Adds a salty finish. Try a sprinkle of feta cheese for variety.
Chips and Crackers for Serving: Perfect with pita chips, pretzels, or veggie sticks like green onions or celery.
Making the Bow
- On a cutting board with a sharp knife, slice a large red pepper in half. Create the parts of a bow by cutting two teardrop shapes from the top and two rectangles with pointed ends from the bottom. Set aside.
Making the Wreath
- Spoon the hummus onto a round platter in a circular pattern. Place a small bowl in the center of your wreath to help form the entire wreath, then remove it once shaped.
- Smooth the top of the hummus with a spatula or the back of a spoon.
- Sprinkle parsley evenly across the top of wreath.
- Arrange sliced tomatoes around the wreath, leaving a space at the bottom for the bow. Place the red pepper bow at the base as shown in the photo below. Sprinkle freshly grated parmesan on top. Serve and enjoy.
Favorite Dippers
Need some fun ideas for dipping into your Christmas wreath appetizer? Try these favorite dippers…
- Pita chips or warm naan bread
- Crackers or pretzel crisps
- Cucumber rounds and celery sticks
- Toasted baguette slices
Make It Yours!
- Use roasted red pepper hummus for more color.
- Swap parsley for chopped basil or cilantro for a twist in flavor.
- Add toasted pine nuts or chopped olives for texture.
- Top with feta or a drizzle of olive oil before serving.
Dip Tips
- Use a round plate or platter to shape your hummus evenly.
- Chill the hummus for 15 to 20 minutes before decorating if it’s too soft.
- Cut the pepper bow ahead of time and store it in the fridge.
- Add olive oil on top right before serving for shine and flavor.
Recipe FAQ
No, any flavor will work. Try roasted red pepper or lemon hummus for a different twist.
Yes, you can prepare it up to a day in advance. Just cover tightly and chill. Add the tomatoes and red pepper bow right before serving.
This recipe calls for 32 ounces of hummus which equals 64 tablespoons. If each guest eats 4 tablespoons of dip, that equals 16 total servings. If you’re offering more than one appetizer, count on getting more servings from this dip.
Storage Guide
- Refrigerate: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Freeze: You can wrap and freeze the hummus base without toppings for up to 4 months. Add parsley and tomatoes after thawing.
- Serve Cold: Keep chilled until ready to serve.
Holiday Hummus Wreath
*See notes in post for detailed tips, photos and instructions.
Equipment
- round plate or platter
- sharp knife
- cutting board
- spoon
- spatula
Ingredients
- ½ red pepper - seeded
- 32 ounces garlic hummus
- ½ cup parsley - chopped
- 5 cherry tomatoes - sliced in half
- ¼ cup parmesan - grated
- Dippers for serving: chips - crackers, peppers (optional)
Instructions
How to Make a Red Pepper Bow
- On a cutting board with a sharp knife, slice a large red pepper in half. Create the parts of a bow by cutting two teardrop shapes from the top and two rectangles with pointed ends from the bottom. Set aside.
How to Make a Hummus Wreath
- Spoon the hummus onto a round platter in a circular pattern. Place a small bowl in the center of your wreath to help form the entire wreath, then remove it once shaped.
- Use a spatula or the back of a spoon to smooth and shape the wreath.
- Sprinkle parsley evenly across the top of wreath.
- Arrange sliced tomatoes around the wreath, leaving a space at the bottom for the bow. Place the red pepper bow at the base as shown in photo. Sprinkle parmesan on top. Serve and enjoy.
Notes
- This recipe calls for 32 ounces of hummus which equals 64 tablespoons. If each guest eats 4 tablespoons of dip, that equals 16 total servings. If you’re offering more than one appetizer, count on getting more servings from this dip.
- Use a round plate or platter to shape your hummus evenly.
- Make sure to place a small bowl in the middle of the hummus to help shape the wreath. Take it away after it is shaped in a circle.
- Chill the hummus for 15 to 20 minutes before decorating if it’s too soft.
- Cut the pepper bow ahead of time and store it in the fridge.
- Add olive oil on top right before serving for shine and flavor.
- Store this hummus wreath in an airtight container like a zip-lock bag in your refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
*Nutrition info is an auto generated estimate.
