Thyme-Tinged Grilled Vegetable Platter with Hummus

This grilled vegetable platter is a vibrant and flavorful dish that's perfect for summer entertaining. The vegetables are grilled until tender and slightly charred, and then tossed with a simple herb oil. The platter is served with hummus for dipping, making it a complete and satisfying meal.

The inspiration for this recipe came to me one summer evening as I was grilling vegetables in my backyard. I had just finished grilling some zucchini, peppers, and onions, and I was about to bring them inside when I noticed a sprig of fresh thyme growing in my herb garden. I decided to add the thyme to the vegetables, and the result was amazing. The thyme added a wonderful herbaceous flavor to the vegetables, and it made the dish even more vibrant and colorful. I've been making this grilled vegetable platter ever since, and it's always a hit with my friends and family.

Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 15 | Serves: 4

Ingredients

• Zucchini
• Bell peppers (any color)
• Red onion
• Cherry tomatoes
• Garlic cloves
• Fresh thyme
• Olive oil
• Hummus (for serving)

Instructions

1. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
2. Cut the zucchini, peppers, and onion into 1-inch pieces.
3. In a large bowl, combine the vegetables, garlic, thyme, and olive oil.
4. Toss to coat evenly.
5. Grill the vegetables for 5-7 minutes per side, or until tender and slightly charred.
6. Serve immediately with hummus.

Why It Works

• Grilling the vegetables until tender and slightly charred gives them a delicious smoky flavor.
• The herb oil adds a wonderful herbaceous flavor to the vegetables.
• The hummus provides a creamy and flavorful dipping sauce for the vegetables.