Colorful Crostini Spreads to Brighten your Day

A great addition to any meal, easy and delicious, these spreads can be used as a dip for breadsticks or pita chips, or as a base for crostini, topped with roasted or sautéed vegetables, crunchy seeds and soft cheese. Either way, they are a feast for the eyes and a treat for the palate. For larger parties, go ahead and make all of them: the vibrant combination of colors will surely impress your guests.

Colorful Crostini Spreads to Brighten your Day

Cannellini Bean and Purple Cabbage Hummus

A plate of bright purple hummus topped with sesame seeds, spread on top of crostini

Ever wondered if hummus could be more colorful? With a dash of purple cabbage, ordinary hummus can become a beautiful shade of violet. Impress at any gathering with this statement side. Enjoy it with slices of baguette or your favorite crackers, or some toasted pita.

Sweet Pea Guacamole

A green paste of sweet peas surrounded by bread for dipping

Maybe you have a picky eater in your life who isn’t down with guacamole. For a slightly milder flavor that pairs better with crisp Mediterranean crostini, try this Sweet Pea Guacamole.

Red Beet and Greek Yogurt Spread

A pink bowl of beet and yogurt mousse with garnish on top of it

This beet and Greek yogurt spread is almost too beautiful to eat. The color is gorgeous, and the spread is even tastier than it looks. Dip your pita or fresh crudités and enjoy!

Squash and Roasted Garlic Hummus

A yellow bowl of hummus with two sides of vegetables in ramekins on a white background

Garlic and hummus are a classic combination. The squash adds some extra fall flavor and color, too. Try dipping some sweet potato chips, pita chips, or focaccia into this delectable spread.

Recipes and Photography by Sara Ghedina

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