Unity Platter with Secular Spreads
The "Unity Platter with Secular Spreads" is an inclusive and flavorful appetizer created in honor of National Secularism Day. This vibrant platter brings together a diverse array of dips, showcasing the richness of cultural flavors, and encouraging a sense of unity.
- 1 can chickpeas
- garlic (2 cloves)
- 1/4 cup tahini
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- salt (to taste)
- pepper (to taste)
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 cucumber (finely diced)
- garlic (2 cloves, finely diced)
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill (chopped)
- salt (to taste)
- pepper (to taste)
- 1 cup tomatoes (diced)
- 1/2 red onion (finely chopped)
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro (chopped)
- 1 jalapeño (seeded and minced)
- Lime juice (to taste)
- salt (to taste)
- pepper (to taste)
- avocados (3 ripes)
- 1/4 cup red onion (finely chopped)
- garlic (1 clove, minced)
- 1 lime juice
- salt (to taste)
- pepper (to taste)
- 2 eggplants
- garlic (2 cloves, minced)
- 1/4 cup tahini
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- salt (to taste)
- pepper (to taste)
- Flatbreads
- Pita triangles
- Vegetable sticks (carrots, cucumbers, bell peppers)
- 1. Prepare the Dips:
For each dip, combine the specified ingredients in a blender or food processor until smooth. Adjust seasoning to taste.
- 2. Arrange the Platter:
1- Place each dip in a separate bowl and arrange them evenly on the platter.
2- Surround the bowls with an assortment of flatbreads, pita triangles, and vegetable sticks.
- 3. Serve and Enjoy:
Invite guests to dip into the diverse flavors and embrace the unity represented on the platter.
- 4. Share the Experience:
1- Encourage conversation around the cultural significance of each dip.
2- Discuss how the flavors symbolize unity in diversity.