Get ready to embark on a culinary journey to the Mediterranean, where flavors dance and colors burst. In this article, we will guide you through the art of crafting the perfect Mediterranean dip, a symphony of fresh herbs, tangy cheeses, and vibrant vegetables. Paired with crispy pita chips, this dip will transport you to the sun-kissed shores of the Mediterranean, offering a taste of its rich culinary heritage. So, gather your ingredients, put on your apron, and let's create a dip that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more.
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LAYERED MEDITERRANEAN DIP WITH PITA CHIPS
Not your ordinary layer dip, the bold combination of hummus and Greek yogurt will be a new most-requested recipe at your next baby shower or gathering. -Elizabeth Dumont, Boulder, Colorado
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 25m
Yield 5 cups (120 chips).
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Line a strainer with 4 layers of cheesecloth or 1 coffee filter and place over a bowl. Place yogurt in prepared strainer and cover with edges of cheesecloth. Refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight. In a small bowl, combine the strained yogurt, cucumber, vinegar and mint., Spread hummus in the bottom of a 9-in. deep dish pie plate. Layer with onion, peppers, feta cheese, olives, tomatoes and yogurt mixture. Top with parsley and additional mint if desired. Chill until serving., Cut each pita half into 3 wedges; separate each wedge into 2 pieces. Place in a single layer on ungreased baking sheets. Brush both sides with olive oil; sprinkle with salt and pepper., Bake at 400° for 8-10 minutes or until crisp, turning once. Serve with dip.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 178 calories, Fat 8g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 478mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 6g protein.
MEDITERRANEAN DIP WITH PITA CHIPS
I created this recipe so I could serve house guests a fun appetizer. They loved it! It's now my potluck staple. -Denise Johanowicz, Madison, Wisconsin
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers Snacks
Time 30m
Yield 3-1/2 cups (6 dozen chips).
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Cut each pita half into three wedges; separate each wedge into two pieces. Place on an ungreased baking sheet. Spritz both sides of wedges with cooking spray; sprinkle with 1 teaspoon garlic powder. , Bake at 350° for 5-6 minutes on each side or until golden brown. Cool on wire racks., Meanwhile, in a small bowl, beat the cream cheese, yogurt, oregano, coriander, pepper and remaining garlic powder. Spread into a 9-in. pie plate. Top with tomato, pepperoncini, olives, cucumber, feta cheese and parsley. Serve with pita chips.
Nutrition Facts :
WHITE BEAN DIP WITH PITA CHIPS
Provided by Giada De Laurentiis
Categories appetizer
Time 27m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
- Place the beans, garlic, lemon juice, 1/3 cup olive oil, and parsley in the work bowl of a food processor. Pulse until the mixture is coarsely chopped. Season with salt and pepper, to taste. Transfer the bean puree to a small bowl.
- Cut each pita in half and then into 8 wedges. Arrange the pita wedges on a large baking sheet. Pour the remaining oil over the pitas. Toss and spread out the wedges evenly. Sprinkle with the oregano, salt, and pepper. Bake for 8 to 12 minutes, or until toasted and golden in color.
- Serve the pita toasts warm or at room temperature alongside the bean puree.
GREEK LAYERED DIP WITH PITA CHIPS
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Line 1 or 2 baking sheets with foil. Cut the pita rounds into eighths. Split each piece in two and place on the prepared baking sheet(s), with the inside of the bread facing up. Spray with the olive oil cooking spray and sprinkle with 2 teaspoons of the Greek seasoning. Bake 7 to 10 minutes, or until golden.
- Meanwhile, in a large skillet, brown the ground lamb with the garlic salt and the remaining 2 teaspoons Greek seasoning. Drain and set aside. In a shallow 1 1/2-quart dish, spread the hummus on the bottom. Top with a layer of ground lamb, then the tzatziki. Layer with the lettuce, tomatoes, onion, olives and feta. Serve the dip at room temperature with pita chips.
MEDITERRANEAN DIP
Whenever I go to a party, everyone requests that I bring this Mediterranean dip. If you enjoy hummus and veggies, you will like this dip! Serve with homemade pita chips or tortilla chips.
Provided by Debbie
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Dips and Spreads Recipes Hummus Recipes
Time 1h20m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Mix cream cheese, garlic, lemon juice, and Italian seasoning together. Spread mixture onto the bottom of a round 10-inch dish. Spread hummus on top.
- Mix tomatoes, cucumbers, olives, and red onion together in a bowl; spread over the hummus. Sprinkle feta cheese on top. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 144.2 calories, Carbohydrate 6.5 g, Cholesterol 26.1 mg, Fat 11.6 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 4.6 g, SaturatedFat 5.6 g, Sodium 306.4 mg, Sugar 1.1 g
MEDITERRANEAN PARTY DIP WITH PITA CHIPS
A great dip perfect for summer picnics or winter parties. If you don't have time to make your own pita chips, store bought ones would work, too. I know you enjoy this recipe!
Provided by Denise J
Categories Vegetable
Time 1h
Yield 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Mix yogurt, cream cheese and first 4 dried spices until well blended. Spread dip in shallow glass casserole dish or pie plate. Cover and let sit in refrigerator for a few hours if you can.
- Carefully open the pita breads and cut into triangles, and place on two baking sheets spraying both sides with olive oil spray (or brush a small amt on each one) and lightly sprinkle with garlic salt. If the pita bread will not separate, then just cut them into the wedges and brush a small amount of olive oil onto each side instead of using the olive oil spray. Bake at 350 until just starting to brown on edges, about 10 minutes or so.
- Peel and seed the cucumber (seed it by cutting lengthwise and running a spoon along the center). Chop finely and layer on top of dip. Follow with diced tomatoes, black olives, pepperoncinis and feta cheese. Top with chopped parsley if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 179.9, Fat 9.3, SaturatedFat 5.3, Cholesterol 27.1, Sodium 654.1, Carbohydrate 19.4, Fiber 1.8, Sugar 3.2, Protein 5.8
GARLIC FETA DIP WITH PITA CHIPS
I saw a version of this dip in a cookbook. I had never made it till recently and I tweaked it a bit. It is lovely.
Provided by beth2440
Categories Brunch
Time 30m
Yield 15 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- DIP.
- In a a food processor add all ingredients and blend till smooth.
- Chill for several hours for flavors to bloom.
- PITA CHIPS.
- Cut each pita into several wedges, about 6 to 8.
- Drizzle with the olive oil and sprinkle with salt.
- Toast in a 400 degress oven till crispy, approximately 10-15 minutes.
- It happens quickly, so don't walk away.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 118.9, Fat 5.2, SaturatedFat 2.8, Cholesterol 13.3, Sodium 261.4, Carbohydrate 13.9, Fiber 0.5, Sugar 1.1, Protein 4
MEDITERRANEAN ONION DIP
A great dip full of flavor, especially for those that like garlic. Perfect dip or spread for flatbread, pitas, cut veggies, tortilla chips or regular potato chips.
Provided by karenh
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Dips and Spreads Recipes Cheese Dips and Spreads Recipes
Time 15m
Yield 16
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a food processor, combine the garlic, red pepper, onion soup mix, feta cheese, cream cheese, sour cream and olives. Process until smooth and well blended. Transfer to a bowl, and refrigerate for 30 minutes to blend flavors before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 90.7 calories, Carbohydrate 2.7 g, Cholesterol 22.7 mg, Fat 8.1 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 2.2 g, SaturatedFat 4.8 g, Sodium 315.9 mg, Sugar 0.5 g
Tips:
- For a smoky flavor, roast the eggplant and red peppers over an open flame or under a broiler before peeling and chopping.
- If you don't have a food processor, you can finely chop the eggplant, red peppers, and onion by hand.
- Add a squeeze of lemon juice or a splash of red wine vinegar to the dip for a brighter flavor.
- If you like a spicier dip, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or paprika.
- Serve the dip with pita chips, crackers, or vegetable crudités.
Conclusion:
This Mediterranean dip is a delicious and versatile appetizer or snack that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy recipe, give this Mediterranean dip a try!
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