7-Layer Greek Dip

Seven layers of Greek flavors come together in one delicious dip to create this beautiful and tasty 7-Layer Greek Dip! From hummus, to tzatziki, cucumbers, dill, Kalamata olives, and more, there's a whole lot to love in this layered dipping creation.

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Here is a lovely Greek-inspired twist on the usual Tex-Mex 7-layer dip. And oh, what a tasty twist it is! Seven layers of Greek flavors come together to build this beautiful 7-Layer Greek Dip creation. 

With layers of hummus, creamy Feta, tzatziki, Kalamata olives, artichokes, cucumber, and tomatoes -- all laced with fresh dill and lemon, -- it's one flavor-loaded dip, for sure. I mean, creamy Feta, tzatziki sauce, and hummus are all wonderful dips on their own, and when you combine them it's an even more amazing thing to dip into.

Seven layers of Greek flavors come together in one delicious dip to build this beautiful and tasty layered creation.

And as a fabulous bonus, 7-Layer Greek Dip is a healthier dipping alternative. Made with Greek yogurt, hummus, Kalamata olives, and lots of veggies, it's a much healthier choice than many dips out there. Don't you just love when healthy and delicious come together?

Serve it up with grilled pita bread, pita chips, or sturdy cucumber slices for one very tasty dipping treat.

What's to Love About This Recipe?

• Loaded with Greek flavors - From hummus, to tzatziki, cucumbers, dill, Kalamata olives, creamy Feta, and more, this layered dipping creation is loaded with traditional Greek flavors.
• Beautiful layers - The contrasting colors and textures of the creamy and vegetable layers create one beautiful dip, for sure.
• A healthier dip - Made with Greek yogurt, hummus, Kalamata olives, and lots of veggies, 7-Layer Greek Dip is a healthier alternative than most dips.

7-Layer Greek Dip Ingredients:

This 7-Layer Greek Dip is made up of a tzatziki layer and creamy Feta layer, with a hummus and several vegetable layers in between.

For the tzatziki first-layer, you'll need:

• Greek yogurt - Plain Greek yogurt is the traditional base of tzatziki sauce. While regular plain yogurt can be substituted, we recommend sticking with Greek yogurt for the most authentic texture and flavor.

• Cucumber - It's not Tzatziki without the cucumber! Choose an English ("seedless") cucumber for the best result. Regular cucumbers can be substituted for the English cucumber. -- Just be sure to remove the seeds and use only the "fleshy" part of the cucumber.

• Extra-virgin olive oil - Brings richness and subtle background flavor to the sauce.

• Fresh lemon juice - Enhances the tzatziki's flavor. We recommend using fresh lemon juice for the best flavor, rather than bottled.

• Fresh dill - A good dose of chopped fresh dill brings fabulous flavor to the tzatziki layer, and beautifully pairs with the cucumber.

• Garlic - A traditional flavoring ingredient in tzatziki. Finely mince or press the garlic to avoid having large pieces that are unpleasant to bite into.

• Salt & pepper - Salt and pepper seasons and enhances the tzatziki's flavor.

For the creamy Feta layer, you'll need:

• Feta cheese - The base and backbone of the creamy Feta layer. Choose the block-type Feta and crumble it yourself for the best creamy texture. But pre-crumbled Feta crumbles also work.

• Plain Greek yogurt - Brings the creaminess to the creamy Feta layer.

• Extra-virgin olive oil - Adds richness and subtle background flavor.

• Fresh lemon juice & zest - Enhances the creamy Feta's flavors and makes them pop, creating a fresh and subtle lemony taste.

• Dill - Dried dill adds nice flavor. Use fresh dill instead, if you prefer.

• Black pepper - Seasons and enhances the creamy Feta's flavor.

For the remaining layers, you'll need:

• Hummus - Purchase a 12-ounce container at the grocery store, or make your own homemade hummus. Either way works just great in this dip.

• Kalamata olives - A traditional Greek flavor, they bring saltiness to the dip's second layer and are a beautiful color contrast to the white tzatziki layer below.

• Artichoke hearts - Coarsely chopped canned artichoke hearts create the fourth layer of the dip. Since they're chopped, purchase either whole or quartered artichoke hearts -- it doesn't matter.

• Cucumber - Chopped cucumber makes up the fifth layer of the dip. Season them with a little pepper, but don't use any salt or they will release too much liquid into the dip.

• Tomato - A large tomato, coarsely chopped, creates the final layer, bringing a beautiful pop of vibrant color to the top of the dip.

How to Make 7-Layer Greek Dip:

To get a bowl of 7-Layer Greek Dip going, start by mixing up a quick tzatziki sauce for the first layer. Simply stir together some plain Greek yogurt, finely chopped cucumber, olive oil, fresh lemon juice, dill, finely minced garlic, salt, and pepper.

Spoon the tzatziki into the bottom of a medium-sized (8-10 cup) glass bowl, spreading it into a nice even layer.

Then continue to build layers by placing or spooning in the other ingredients, always making sure they get evenly distributed on top of the layer below.

When it comes to mixing up the creamy Feta layer, use your fingers to crumble the block of Feta into small chunks. Place it in a bowl and add in some Greek yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, dried dill, and pepper. Stir these together until everything's well combined.

Spread the creamy Feta into an even layer, and then top it with the last layer -- chopped tomato.

Cover and chill the dip for about an hour to allow the flavors to meld. Then you're ready to dig in!

Spoon out some 7-Layer Greek Dip deliciousness, grab some sturdy pita chips or grilled pita bread, and enjoy all those fabulous Greek flavors. -- Because there's sure a whole lot to love in this layered dipping creation.

Check out these other delicious dip recipes:

• Creamy Feta Dip
• Smooth & Creamy Hummus
• Homemade Tzatziki Sauce
• Easy White Bean Salad
• Loaded Hummus Dip
• Easy 3-Ingredient Guacamole
• Bacon-Ranch Spinach Dip
• More appetizer & snack recipes

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Yield: about 7-8 cups

Author: Tracey | The Kitchen is My Playground

7-Layer Greek Dip

Seven layers of Greek flavors come together in one delicious dip to create this beautiful and tasty 7-Layer Greek Dip! From hummus, to tzatziki, cucumbers, dill, Kalamata olives, and more, there's a whole lot to love in this layered dipping creation.

Prep time: 35 MinInactive time: 1 HourTotal time: 1 H & 35 M

Ingredients

For the Tzatziki Sauce (Layer #1):

• 1 1/2 c. plain Greek yogurt
• 1/2 c. finely chopped peeled English "seedless" cucumber (about 1/2 a cucumber)
• 2 tsp. extra-virgin olive oil
• 2 tsp. fresh lemon juice
• 3 T. chopped fresh dill
• 1 garlic clove, very finely minced
• 1/8 tsp. salt (or to taste)
• pinch of black pepper

For Layers #2-#5:

• 1 c. Kalamata olives, coarsely chopped (just less than a 6.5 oz. jar)
• 1 1/2 c. prepared hummus (a 12 oz. container or make your own homemade hummus)
• 1 (15 oz.) can artichoke hearts, well drained & coarsely chopped
• 1 c. peeled & seeded coarsely chopped English cucumber

For the Creamy Feta (Layer #6):

• 1 (6 oz.) block Feta cheese
• 1/2 c. plain Greek yogurt
• 2 tsp. extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 T. fresh lemon juice
• 1 tsp. finely minced lemon zest
• 1/4 tsp. dried dill weed
• pinch of black pepper

For Layer #7 & Garnish:

• 1 large tomato, coarsely chopped
• Fresh dill sprig & lemon zest, for garnish (optional)

Instructions

Prepare Layer #1 Tzatziki Sauce:

1. Place finely chopped cucumbers on a couple of layers of paper towels; squeeze and pat out any liquid.
2. In a bowl, stir together the 1 & 1/2 cups Greek yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, chopped fresh dill, and garlic. Stir in cucumbers.
3. Stir in salt and pepper.
4. LAYER 1 - Tzatziki: Spoon into the bottom of a medium-sized (8-10 cup) glass bowl, spreading into an even layer.

Create Layers #2-#5:

1. LAYER 2 - Olives: Sprinkle chopped Kalamata olives evenly over the tzatziki layer.
2. LAYER 3 - Hummus: Spread hummus evenly over the olive layer.
3. LAYER 4 - Artichoke Hearts: Pat the drained artichoke hearts dry with paper towels. Layer on top of the hummus.
4. LAYER 5 - Cucumbers: Pat the coarsely chopped cucumbers dry with paper towels. Sprinkle with a pinch of black pepper and layer them evenly over the artichokes.

Prepare Layer #6 Creamy Feta:

1. Using your fingers, crumble Feta into small chunks. Place in a bowl. Add the 1/2 cup Greek yogurt and 2 teaspoons olive oil; stir to combine.
2. Add lemon juice, lemon zest, dried dill, and pepper. Stir until well combined.
3. LAYER 6 - Creamy Feta: Spread evenly over the cucumber layer.

Create Layer #7 & Garnish:

1. LAYER 7 - Tomato: While chopping the tomato, remove the clumps of seeds; discard. Use paper towels to pat the chopped tomatoes dry. Place tomatoes on top of the creamy Feta layer. Sprinkle with a bit of salt and pepper.
2. Cover and chill dip for about an hour to let the flavors meld.
3. Garnish with a fresh dill sprig and a little lemon zest, if desired. Serve with pita chips or crackers.

TRACEY'S NOTES:

1. Patting the ingredients dry with paper towels is optional, but highly recommended. As the dip sits, it does tend to get watery from the vegetables in its layers, so patting them dry helps introduce less moisture into the dip.
2. Due to the dip's tendency to get watery as it sits, it's best to make 7-Layer Greek Dip just a couple of hours before serving.
3. We highly recommend using block-form Feta in the creamy Feta layer of this dip, rather than using pre-crumbled Feta crumbles. The block-type has more moisture and creates a creamier result. Pre-crumbled Feta will certainly work, though, if you prefer.
4. You can substitute regular cucumber for the English cucumber. Just be sure to remove the seeds and use only the "fleshy" part of the cucumber.
5. 7-Layer Greek Dip is a very flexible dip. -- Change up the ingredients, if you'd like, to suit your taste.

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