Description
Layered Mediterranean Dip with Pita Chips is a vibrant and flavorful appetizer that’s perfect for any gathering. This delightful dip features layers of creamy hummus, tangy yogurt, and fresh vegetables, creating an enticing presentation that will impress your guests. Ideal for family dinners, parties, or casual snacking, this dish combines healthy ingredients in a way that’s both delicious and satisfying.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup hummus (plain or flavored, such as roasted red pepper)
- ¾ cup plain yogurt (Greek-style preferred)
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1 small cucumber, finely diced
- 1 medium tomato, finely diced and seeded
- ½ red onion, finely chopped
- ⅓ cup crumbled feta cheese
- ¼ cup kalamata olives, pitted and chopped
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley or mint
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- Freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 4 large pita breads
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
- Cut each pita bread into triangles or strips.
- Arrange pita pieces on a baking tray in a single layer.
- Brush both sides with olive oil and sprinkle with oregano, garlic powder, and salt.
- Bake for 8–10 minutes, turning halfway through until golden and crisp. Let cool before serving.
- In a small bowl, mix plain yogurt with lemon juice and a pinch of freshly ground black pepper. Set aside.
- In a shallow serving dish or platter, spread the hummus evenly as the base layer.
- Gently add the yogurt mixture on top using a spoon or spatula.
- Sprinkle diced cucumber and tomato evenly over the yogurt layer.
- Add red onion, chopped olives, and crumbled feta cheese on top.
- Drizzle with olive oil and finish with chopped parsley or mint.
- Arrange pita chips around the dip or serve them on the side.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 310mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 5mg