Description
A flavorful and creamy Greek style loaded hummus topped with fresh vegetables and feta cheese, perfect for dipping.
Ingredients
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1/4 cup tahini
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup diced cucumber
- 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/4 cup pitted Kalamata olives, sliced
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- Pita chips or fresh veggies for serving
Instructions
- In a food processor, combine the chickpeas, tahini, olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, ground cumin, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth and creamy. If the mixture is too thick, add a tablespoon of water at a time until you reach your desired consistency.
- Transfer the hummus to a serving dish and spread it out evenly.
- In a small bowl, mix the Greek yogurt with a pinch of salt and pepper, then dollop it on top of the hummus.
- Layer the diced cucumber, tomatoes, sliced olives, and crumbled feta cheese over the hummus and yogurt.
- Sprinkle the chopped parsley on top for garnish.
- Serve with pita chips or fresh veggies for dipping.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes to the hummus mixture.
- Substitute the feta cheese with crumbled goat cheese for a different flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 5mg