The Loaded Hummus Dip Recipe
A vibrant and flavorful Loaded Hummus Dip perfect for snacking or entertaining. This recipe layers creamy hummus with a fresh vegetable medley, tangy feta, olives, and a variety of herbs and spices for a colorful, delicious appetizer or side dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Dip
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Base
- 2 cups hummus (store-bought or homemade)
Vegetable Toppings
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, diced
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- ½ cup red onion, finely chopped
- ¼ cup pickled pepperoncini peppers (or bell peppers, diced)
Additional Mix-ins
- ½ cup Kalamata olives, sliced
- ½ cup crumbled feta cheese (or plant-based feta for a vegan option)
Seasonings and Garnishes
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley or dill, chopped
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Capers, radishes, pickles, toasted chickpeas, or chopped chives (optional, quantity as desired)
- A squeeze of fresh lemon juice or a splash of red wine vinegar
- A sprinkle of paprika, cumin, or sumac
- Toasted pine nuts (optional)
Serving
- Pita chips or sliced pita bread
- Lemon wedges
Instructions
- Prepare Vegetable Mixture: Dice the cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and pickled pepperoncini peppers (or bell peppers). Combine these in a bowl along with the sliced Kalamata olives. Mix gently to combine.
- Assemble the Dip: Spread the 2 cups of hummus in a shallow serving dish, smoothing the surface with the back of a spoon.
- Add the Veggie Layer: Spoon the prepared vegetable and olive mixture evenly over the hummus, allowing any juices from the vegetables to drizzle over the hummus for extra flavor and moisture.
- Finish with Cheese and Seasonings: Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese evenly over the top. Drizzle with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, then sprinkle with fresh parsley or dill, dried oregano, and your choice of paprika, cumin, or sumac.
- Add Optional Garnishes: Add optional toppings such as capers, radishes, pickles, toasted chickpeas, chopped chives, or toasted pine nuts for extra texture and flavor.
- Serve: Present the dip with a side of pita chips or sliced pita bread and lemon wedges for squeezing over just before eating.
Notes
- For a vegan option, substitute the feta cheese with plant-based feta or omit it entirely.
- Adjust the pickled pepperoncini and olives to your taste for varying levels of tanginess and saltiness.
- Try different spices like sumac for a citrusy twist or cumin for earthiness.
- Ensure the hummus is at room temperature for easier spreading and better flavor.
- Prepare all topping ingredients ahead of time for quick assembly when needed.
- Use fresh herbs to enhance the flavor profile but dried herbs work in a pinch.
Keywords: hummus dip, Mediterranean appetizer, vegetarian dip, easy party dip, healthy snack, loaded hummus
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