Description
Mediterranean charm meets comfort in this Greek-style loaded hummus, where creamy chickpea dip becomes a flavor-packed canvas of zesty toppings. Olive oil, feta crumbles, and fresh herbs create a delightful experience you’ll want to savor with warm pita or crisp vegetables.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein and Base Ingredients:
- 1 can (15 ounces / 425 grams) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1/4 cup (60 milliliters) tahini
- 1/4 cup (60 grams) crumbled feta cheese
Aromatics and Seasonings:
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) lemon juice
Toppings and Garnish:
- 1/4 cup (60 milliliters) olive oil
- 1/4 cup (40 grams) diced cucumber
- 1/4 cup (40 grams) diced tomatoes
- 1/4 cup (40 grams) sliced Kalamata olives
- 2 tablespoons (8 grams) chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Pulverize chickpeas, tahini, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, pepper, and cumin in a food processor until achieving a silky, creamy consistency.
- Transfer the blended hummus onto a wide, shallow serving platter, creating an elegant, swooping surface with the back of a spoon.
- Artfully scatter crumbled feta cheese across the hummus surface for a tangy, salty dimension.
- Distribute finely diced cucumber and vibrant red tomatoes evenly over the cheese layer.
- Sprinkle kalamata olives throughout the platter, adding a robust Mediterranean flavor profile.
- Garnish with freshly chopped parsley, providing a bright, herbaceous finish.
- Accompany the loaded hummus with warm, lightly toasted pita bread triangles or crisp raw vegetable sticks for dipping.
Notes
- Ensure chickpeas are thoroughly drained and rinsed to achieve a smoother, creamier hummus texture.
- Adjust liquid ingredients gradually while blending to control consistency and prevent watery results.
- For a protein-packed vegan version, replace feta with nutritional yeast or plant-based cheese alternative.
- Consider toasting pita bread or using gluten-free crackers to accommodate different dietary needs.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 219 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 332 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 11 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 8 mg