So it's officially mid-summer...when vegetables are fresh and fabulous. It's hot, so you don't want to cook, but need a little change on what you are dipping your veggie sticks into, taking to parties and slathering on your pita wedges. This summer, we are really loving carrot hummus and so are our clients. One big retailer down the highway is selling beet hummus that apparently make the kids go crazy! Whatever taste you are aiming for, here are some new ways to spice up a summer party classic. Thanks OneGreenPlanet.org

1. Sweet Pea Hummus

2. Roasted Kumquat with White Bean Hummus

3. Parsley Hummus

4. Roasted Balsamic Carrot Hummus

5. Maple-Glazed Roasted Parsnip Hummus

6. Lentil Hummus

7. Black Bean Jalapeno Hummus

8. Roasted Red Pepper Hummus

9. Spinach & Garlic Hummus

10. Sweet Potato Hummus

11. Edamame Pistachio Hummus

12. Avocado Hummus

13. Smoky Chipotle Pumpkin Hummus

14. Black Hummus

15. Homemade Hummus with Red Pepper

16. Babagahummus

17. Sweet Pea Hummus

18. Oil-Free Kale Edamame Hummus

19. Smoky White Bean and Roasted Yellow Pepper Hummus

20. Low-Fat Sweet Potato Hummus