Greek Style Loaded Hummus
Greek Style Loaded Hummus is a vibrant and creamy dip that transports your taste buds straight to the Mediterranean. This delightful dish combines smooth chickpeas with zesty lemon, garlic, and tahini, then tops it off with fresh veggies, olives, and crumbled feta for an explosion of flavor. Perfect for gatherings or a solo snack, each scoop offers a burst of joy and freshness that’s hard to resist.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cans (15 oz each) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 2–3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/4 cup tahini
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- Salt to taste
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 1 cup chopped cucumber
- 1/2 cup finely diced red onion
- 1/2 cup pitted Kalamata olives, halved
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
Instructions
- Blend the Base: Combine chickpeas, lemon juice, garlic, tahini, and olive oil in a food processor. Blend until smooth.
- Adjust Texture: If too thick, add water one tablespoon at a time until you achieve a fluffy consistency.
- Season It Right: Taste the hummus and adjust salt or lemon juice as desired.
- Plate Like a Pro: Transfer hummus to a serving bowl and create swirls with the back of a spoon.
- Top It Off: Generously sprinkle diced tomatoes, cucumbers, red onion, olives, and feta over the hummus.
- Serve & Enjoy: Pair with pita bread or crunchy vegetables for dipping.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (120g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg