Hummus, whipped feta, cucumber, olives, and herbs
Seven Layer Greek Dip
Prep Time
20 min
Cook Time
0 min
Total Time
20 min
Servings
10
10 servings
Difficulty
Easy
Cost
Moderate
$$
Seven Layer Greek Dip
Hummus, whipped feta, cucumber, olives, and herbs
A Mediterranean spin on layered dip with hummus, whipped feta, cucumbers, tomatoes, olives, and herbs.
20m
Prep Time
0m
Cook Time
20m
Total Time
10
Servings
Easy
Difficulty
Moderate $$
Cost
Sarah Chen
(Updated )
Layered dips work because they are easy to understand and easy to eat. This Greek version keeps the party appeal of seven-layer dip but swaps in brighter, saltier Mediterranean flavors.
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups hummus
- 1 cup whipped feta or whipped feta dip
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1 cup chopped tomatoes
- 1/2 cup chopped kalamata olives
- 2 tbsp chopped parsley
- Olive oil for finishing
Instructions
- 1
Spread the hummus in a shallow serving dish.
- 2
Top with the whipped feta in an even layer.
- 3
Scatter over the cucumber, tomatoes, olives, and parsley.
- 4
Drizzle lightly with olive oil and season with pepper.
- 5
Serve with pita chips or vegetables.
Serving Suggestions
Ways to Serve This Dish
Serve with crusty artisan bread for dipping
Finish with a drizzle of high-quality extra virgin olive oil
Pair with a simple arugula salad dressed in lemon vinaigrette
Arrange on a platter for easy sharing at your next gathering
Substitutions
Whipped fetaLabneh
Labneh makes the dip tangier and softer
Kalamata olivesCastelvetrano olives
Castelvetrano olives are milder and more buttery
DepthPantry
Test Kitchen Pick
Olive Oil
Helpful Pantry Staple
Why the olive oil matters
On recipes like this, olive oil is not just a background fat. A better bottle gives you cleaner flavor and a better finish.
This is one of the few pantry upgrades that keeps paying off every time you cook in this lane.
- Useful in dressings, sauces, and finishing
- Improves flavor without changing the recipe structure
A good bottle of olive oil is one of the safest pantry upgrades for Mediterranean and Italian cooking.
Shop olive oil for this recipeTips & Storage
Pro Tips
Drain the chopped tomatoes well so the dip stays neat.
This is best served chilled but not ice-cold.
Storage
Refrigerate for up to 2 days.
Reheating
No reheating needed.
Nutrition Facts
Per serving (1 serving before dippers) · 10 servings
Calories170
LowModerateHigh
A light, low-calorie option · based on a 2,000 cal daily diet
Protein5g
Carbohydrates8g
Fat13g
Fiber2g
Sugar3g
Sodium350mg
Nutritional values are approximate and may vary based on specific ingredients and preparation methods.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Can I make it ahead?
- Yes. Assemble it a few hours ahead and keep it chilled.
- What should I serve with it?
- Pita chips, cucumbers, bell peppers, or toasted flatbread all work well.
About Sarah Chen
Sarah Chen is a professional recipe developer and food editor with over a decade of experience in test kitchens and food media. She trained at the Culinary Institute of America before spending six years developing and testing recipes for national food publications, where she honed her ability to translate restaurant techniques into approachable home cooking. At RecipePool, Sarah leads recipe development, ensuring every dish is tested at least three times for clarity, accuracy, and genuine deliciousness. When she is not in the kitchen, she is browsing farmers markets and collecting vintage cookbooks.
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