Greek layered hummus dip is an easy appetizer with Mediterranean flavors from feta cheese, Kalamata olives, and made healthy when served with fresh veggies.
Why you'll love this recipe
A few years back, my sister Allison brought this Greek layer dip with tzatziki to our Christmas celebration. It was the perfect addition to our holiday table and looked festive with the red and green colors.
And let me tell you, it was delish. Our family demolished that dip.
Mind you, we are not even a smidgeon Greek (like you couldn't tell) but I've gotta admit - I haven't stopped thinking about this dip recipe ever since. Yes, I fixate on food. It's what I do.
But truly, my preoccupation is not without reason...The flavors in this healthy recipe are downright mouth watering!
Hummus on its own is okay, but that's for like - I don't know....Tuesday.
This, my friends, is a Mediterranean-inspired appetizer bursting with flavor.
One of the reasons you'll love this easy recipe is because there is no cooking required. Chop a few veggies, grab a few ingredients from the grocery store and you are sitting pretty, my friends! You could even do some dipping with Mediterranean roasted veggies to make it extra healthy!
So let's get making this party dip instead, shall we?
Ingredients
Let's talk for a quick second about this Mediterranean dip. I mean, if there was such a thing as Greek nacho dip, this would be it!
- Vegetables - cucumber, a classic in Greek food plus cherry or grape tomatoes and slivered red onion for a little bite
- extra virgin olive oil
- lemon juice - to add some brightness
- Spices - oregano, garlic, dill, parsley, salt & pepper
- Greek yogurt - this adds some tang and texture variety.
- Hummus - Hummus is a creamy, savory Middle Eastern dip or spread made primarily from chickpeas (garbanzo beans), tahini (a sesame seed paste), olive oil, lemon juice, and garlic. It has a rich, nutty, and slightly tangy flavor with a smooth texture. I used the store bought kind. You can, too!
- Kalamata olives for a salty and briny bite
- Feta for a rich, tangy flavor
Okay, hummus with feta cheese is amazing. But adding all these other related flavors....YUM!!!
How to make layered hummus dip with feta
This recipe is more about assembly than cooking anything. And as usual, I have shortcut recommendations for you!
- Step 1: Get your veggies going. You'll dice half the cucumber and add tomatoes, red onion, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic powder and half the oregano. Give it a tiny shower of some salt and pepper and stir to combine.
Whew! We're practically halfway done!
- Step 2: Make the cucumber dip, aka tzatziki sauce. If you've ever had a gyro (pronounced year-oh, not gi-roh, in case you're wondering), then you've probably had this tasty Greek yogurt based sauce.
To make the cucumber sauce shred cucumber, add Greek yogurt, garlic, dill, some more oregano and lemon juice. Again, a dash of salt and pepper.
Shortcut: if you're not up for it, you can buy pre-made tzatziki sauce. You know I won't judge.
- Step 3: Spread the hummus.
- Step 4: Top with a layer of the Greek yogurt tzatziki mixture.
Use a slotted spoon to drain excess liquid from the seasoned tomato, red onion, and cucumber mixture before spreading on top of the Tzatziki sauce.
- Step 5: Finally, add the Kalamata olives, followed by the crumbled Feta and fresh chopped parsley.
Serve with veggies or air fryer pita chips as an easy recipe!
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Or heck, serve the layered hummus dip with Triscuits. Whatever makes you happy makes me happy!
Farm Girl Tip
For best results, prepare the tomato-cucumber mixture and the Tzatziki sauce the night before to give the flavors a chance to combine. If preparing in advance, cover and store in the refrigerator until just before ready to use.
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Greek Layered Hummus Dip
Ingredients
- 1 large seedless cucumber peeled and cut in half
- 1 cup cherry or grape tomatoes chopped
- ½ small red onion sliced thin
- 1 Tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 3 Tablespoon lemon juice divided
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano divided
- salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt full fat
- 2 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon dried dill weed
- 1½ cup hummus store bought or homemade
- ½ cup Kalamata olives chopped
- ½ cup Feta crumbled
- ¼ cup fresh parsley chopped
- Veggies or pita chips dipping and/or pita chips for serving
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Instructions
- Dice one half of the cucumber and add to a large bowl, along with the tomatoes, red onion, olive oil, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, garlic powder, and half of the oregano. Season with salt and black pepper, to taste, and stir to combine. Cover and set aside until ready to use.
- To prepare the Tzatziki sauce, shred remaining cucumber with a box grater and place in another large bowl. Add Greek yogurt, minced garlic, dill, and the remaining oregano and lemon juice. Season with salt and black pepper, to taste, and stir to combine. Cover and set aside until ready to use.
- Spread the hummus into a uniform layer on small serving platter (or in an 8” x 8” casserole dish).
- Top the hummus with an even layer of the Greek yogurt tzatziki mixture.
- Use a slotted spoon to drain excess liquid from the seasoned tomato, red onion, and cucumber mixture before spreading on top of the Tzatziki sauce.
- Add the Kalamata olives, followed by the crumbled Feta and fresh chopped parsley. Serve with veggies and pita chips for dipping.
Notes
Nutrition
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Stacey Poirier says
The dip was amazing but was watery. Thinking it was the water from the Cucumbers. Any suggestions to help ot not be watery?
Carolyn says
Brought this to a party last night ~ it was the first thing to go! So healthy but full of flavor!
Bintu | Recipes From A Pantry says
This dip looks so creamy and delicious, my mouth is watering!
David says
No Greek here either but I love the Greek flavors in recipes such as this one! Yum!
Sara says
I love hummus so this platter is a must make for me! Hummus is my happy food!
Bintu | Recipes From A Pantry says
This dip looks so creamy and delicious, my mouth is watering!
Veena Azmanov says
This Hummus Platter looks creamy and yum. Amazing combination of all the flavors and ingredients. Best for a party or gathering. My guest to relish it all.
David says
No Greek here either but I love the Greek flavors in recipes such as this one! Yum!
Jacqueline Debono says
Love this layered hummus dip! So many of my favourite Greek foods in one dish!
Veena Azmanov says
This Hummus Platter looks creamy and yum. Amazing combination of all the flavors and ingredients. Best for a party or gathering. My guest to relish it all.
Jacqueline Debono says
Love this layered hummus dip! So many of my favourite Greek foods in one dish!