I love how this layered Greek hummus dip looks like a party platter but feels fresh, healthy, and effortless. With creamy hummus, salty feta, briny Kalamata olives, and crisp dippers, it always disappears fast.

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I’m obsessed with this Greek Layered Hummus Dip because it hits every snack craving I have at once: creamy, salty, tangy, crunchy, and just a little briny. I love the way the feta brings that sharp, crumbly bite, while Kalamata olives add the bold punch I always want in a Mediterranean-style platter.

And honestly, it looks like I tried way harder than I did. Big win.

I enjoy serving this when I want something fresh but still seriously satisfying, the kind of appetizer I keep circling back to with pita chips until the platter is basically scraped clean. But no regrets.

Ingredients

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Hummus makes the creamy base, and it’s filling enough to count as real snack food.
Feta adds salty little bites that make everything taste more Greek, in the best way.
Kalamata olives bring briny punch, so the dip doesn’t taste flat or boring.
Cherry tomatoes add juicy sweetness, plus that pretty pop of color everyone notices first.
Cucumber gives cool crunch, which keeps the whole thing fresh and not too heavy.
Red onion adds sharp bite, but just enough to wake things up.
Parsley makes it taste fresh, like you actually tried a little.
Olive oil adds richness and makes the toppings feel glossy and fancy-ish.
Lemon juice brightens everything, so each bite feels lighter.
Oregano and paprika bring warm, cozy flavor without making it complicated.
Pine nuts add buttery crunch if you’re feeling a little extra.
Pita chips or veggies are the scoopers, and basically, you’ll want both.

Ingredient Quantities

16 ounces hummus (about 2 cups), store bought or homemade

6 ounces feta cheese, crumbled

3/4 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and halved

1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

1/2 cup cucumber, diced (English or Persian)

1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped

1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped

2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

1 teaspoon dried oregano

1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper

1/2 teaspoon sweet paprika

2 tablespoons toasted pine nuts (optional)

Sea salt to taste

Pita chips or assorted fresh vegetables for serving, about 4 cups

How to Make this

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1. Spread hummus in an even layer on a large shallow platter or serving dish, smoothing the top with the back of a spoon.

2. In a small bowl, stir together 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper and sea salt to taste.

3. Crumble 6 ounces feta and sprinkle roughly half of it over the hummus, gently pressing some into the surface.

4. Arrange halved Kalamata olives, cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber and finely chopped red onion in sections or a decorative layer over the hummus.

5. Scatter the remaining crumbled feta evenly over the vegetables.

6. Drizzle the olive oil and lemon mixture over the entire platter to marry the flavors.

7. Lightly dust the top with 1/2 teaspoon sweet paprika and a few additional pinches of dried oregano if desired.

8. Sprinkle 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley across the dip for brightness.

9. Finish with 2 tablespoons toasted pine nuts if using and adjust sea salt to taste.

10. Serve immediately with pita chips or assorted fresh vegetables, about 4 cups, for dipping.

Equipment Needed

1. Large shallow platter or serving dish
2. Small mixing bowl
3. Measuring spoons and measuring cup
4. Tablespoon or small whisk for dressing
5. Spoon or offset spatula for smoothing hummus
6. Chef knife
7. Cutting board
8. Small bowl or ramekin for crumbled feta and olives
9. Skillet or small pan for toasting pine nuts (optional)

FAQ

Can I make this dip ahead of time? Yes. Assemble the hummus base and refrigerate up to 24 hours. Add the fresh topped layers, olive oil and lemon juice just before serving to keep textures bright.

Can I use flavored hummus or should it be plain? Plain or mild garlic hummus works best so the Greek toppings shine, but a lemon or roasted garlic hummus can add nice depth. Avoid strongly spiced varieties that compete with feta and olives.

How can I make this recipe vegan? Replace the feta with a vegan crumbly cheese or omit it and increase the pine nuts and parsley for richness and texture.

What are good serving options besides pita chips? Fresh vegetable sticks like cucumber, bell pepper, carrots, radish, and celery are excellent. Warm pita, toasted flatbread, or crusty bread also work well.

Can I prepare this for a large crowd? Yes. Scale ingredients proportionally and layer in a shallow wide dish for easy dipping. Keep toppings chilled and add just before serving to preserve freshness.

How do I store leftovers and how long do they last? Store covered in the refrigerator up to 3 days. Because tomatoes and cucumbers release moisture, stir gently before serving and consider draining excess liquid if needed.

Greek Layered Hummus Dip With Feta Recipe Substitutions and Variations

Hummus: substitute mashed white beans (cannellini or navy) for a milder flavor, or baba ganoush for a smoky twist.
Feta cheese: use crumbled goat cheese for tangy creaminess, or ricotta salata for a firmer, saltier texture.
Kalamata olives: swap with pitted green olives for a briny bite, or use chopped roasted red peppers for a briny-sweet contrast.
Toasted pine nuts: replace with toasted slivered almonds, chopped walnuts, or sunflower seeds for similar crunch and nuttiness.

Pro Tips

1. Chill the hummus and prep toppings ahead so flavors stay bright but serve it at room temperature. Cold hummus can taste muted, so pull the platter out 20 to 30 minutes before guests arrive to let the olive oil and lemon open up.

2. Toast the pine nuts until just golden and watch them closely. They go from perfect to bitter fast. Once cooled, crush half into crumbs for a nutty background and scatter the rest whole for texture contrast.

3. Layer with intention. Press a little feta into the hummus for creamy pockets, then arrange tomatoes, cucumbers and olives in clusters so every scoop hits multiple flavors and textures. That visual separation also helps people pick what they like.

4. Finish boldly but carefully. Use a high quality extra virgin olive oil and a touch more lemon juice if the platter needs lift. Taste at the end and add sea salt sparingly since feta and olives are already salty.

Greek Layered Hummus Dip With Feta Recipe

Recipe by Nicky Smith

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Servings

servings

Calories

261

kcal

Equipment: 1. Large shallow platter or serving dish
2. Small mixing bowl
3. Measuring spoons and measuring cup
4. Tablespoon or small whisk for dressing
5. Spoon or offset spatula for smoothing hummus
6. Chef knife
7. Cutting board
8. Small bowl or ramekin for crumbled feta and olives
9. Skillet or small pan for toasting pine nuts (optional)

Ingredients

16 ounces hummus (about 2 cups), store bought or homemade
6 ounces feta cheese, crumbled
3/4 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and halved
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1/2 cup cucumber, diced (English or Persian)
1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon sweet paprika
2 tablespoons toasted pine nuts (optional)
Sea salt to taste
Pita chips or assorted fresh vegetables for serving, about 4 cups

Directions

Spread hummus in an even layer on a large shallow platter or serving dish, smoothing the top with the back of a spoon.
In a small bowl, stir together 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper and sea salt to taste.
Crumble 6 ounces feta and sprinkle roughly half of it over the hummus, gently pressing some into the surface.
Arrange halved Kalamata olives, cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber and finely chopped red onion in sections or a decorative layer over the hummus.
Scatter the remaining crumbled feta evenly over the vegetables.
Drizzle the olive oil and lemon mixture over the entire platter to marry the flavors.
Lightly dust the top with 1/2 teaspoon sweet paprika and a few additional pinches of dried oregano if desired.
Sprinkle 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley across the dip for brightness.
Finish with 2 tablespoons toasted pine nuts if using and adjust sea salt to taste.
Serve immediately with pita chips or assorted fresh vegetables, about 4 cups, for dipping.

Notes

Below you’ll find my best estimate of this recipe’s nutrition facts. Treat the numbers as a guide rather than a rule—great food should nourish both body and spirit. Figures are approximate, and the website owner assumes no liability for any inaccuracies in this recipe.