Print

Fresh Greek 7-Layer Dip Recipe Easy Homemade Hummus and Tzatziki

Fresh Greek 7-Layer Dip - featured image
Print Recipe

A quick and easy Mediterranean-inspired 7-layer dip featuring creamy homemade hummus, refreshing tzatziki, and fresh veggies. Perfect for snacks, entertaining, or a nourishing meal.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 can (15 oz / 425 g) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 3 tablespoons tahini
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • Salt, to taste
  • Water, as needed for desired consistency
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt (whole milk preferred)
  • ½ cucumber, grated and excess water squeezed out
  • 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • ½ red onion, finely diced
  • ½ cup Kalamata olives, pitted and halved
  • ½ cup cucumber, diced
  • ½ cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

Instructions

  1. Make the Hummus: In a food processor, combine chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, garlic, olive oil, and a pinch of salt. Blend until smooth, adding water a tablespoon at a time to reach a creamy, spreadable consistency. This takes about 5-7 minutes. Taste and adjust salt or lemon juice as needed.
  2. Prepare the Tzatziki: Grate the cucumber and squeeze out excess moisture using a clean kitchen towel or paper towels. In a bowl, mix Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, minced garlic, dill, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Stir well and refrigerate for at least 10 minutes to let flavors meld.
  3. Chop the Fresh Veggies: Halve cherry tomatoes, dice cucumber, and finely chop red onion and parsley. Halve the Kalamata olives and crumble the feta.
  4. Layer the Dip: Use a shallow serving dish. Spread the hummus evenly as the first layer. Spoon the tzatziki over the hummus, spreading gently but completely. Sprinkle the diced cucumber and red onion over the tzatziki.
  5. Add Tomatoes and Olives: Scatter cherry tomatoes and Kalamata olives evenly on top.
  6. Finish with Feta and Parsley: Crumble feta cheese over everything and sprinkle with chopped parsley for color and freshness.
  7. Serve Immediately or Chill: You can serve right away or refrigerate for 30 minutes to meld the flavors. This also helps the dip firm up slightly for easier scooping.

Notes

For vegan version, use dairy-free yogurt and omit or substitute feta with plant-based alternatives. Squeeze excess water from cucumber to avoid watery tzatziki. Add water or olive oil to hummus if too thick. Layer gently to keep distinct layers. Can add spicy pepperoncini or harissa for heat, or seasonal veggies for variation.

Nutrition

Keywords: Greek dip, 7-layer dip, hummus, tzatziki, Mediterranean dip, easy appetizer, healthy snack, vegetarian, gluten-free

Find it online: https://twirltaste.com/fresh-greek-7-layer-dip-recipe-easy-homemade-hummus-and-tzatziki/