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Published: Oct 18, 2022 · Modified: Dec 6, 2024 by Meredith · This post may contain affiliate links · 8 Comments

Layered Greek Hummus Dip (Easy Appetizer Recipe!)

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Layered Greek dip is the ultimate dip recipe for parties of all kinds! Packed with the flavors of the Mediterranean, this easy to assemble dip is light, fresh, and full of great textures. I’ve been brining this dip to gatherings of all kinds of over 6 years and it always disappears fast!

view of a hand holding a pita chip after digging into the layered hummus dip. the dip is served in a white serving dish that sits on a dark wooden board with pita chips.

I am definitely the person who likes to bring healthier snacks to gatherings so I know there will be something lighter to offset the other party foods. Over the years I’ve taken this easy dip to multiple baby showers (where it was devoured before all the sweet treats!), game day parties, birthday parties, tailgates… and it’s a hit every single time. It’s also easy enough to whip together for an impromptu night on the patio with friends!

If you’ve been looking for lighter football party snacks, easy appetizers for baby or bridal showers, or something to take to game night… this Greek layered dip is it. You may also enjoy this Texas Caviar and this Greek Yogurt Ranch Dip recipe!

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  • Why You’ll Love Greek Hummus Dip
  • Greek Dip Ingredients
  • How to make layered Hummus Dip
  • Recipe Variations and Substitutions
  • Things to Dip in Hummus
  • Storage
  • Greek Hummus FAQs
  • Love This Recipe? You May Also Enjoy
  • Greek Layer Dip (Layered Hummus Dip)

Why You’ll Love Greek Hummus Dip

  • It’s a super easy, healthier appetizer! This easy recipe is the perfect dip if you’ve been looking for a healthier party snack.
  • Awesome flavor. You can really taste all of the ingredients in this delicious layered Greek dip! You get lovely Mediterranean vibes from the chickpea and tahini hummus, briny kalamata olives, and salty feta cheese. 
  • Quick to make. Including chopping and assembly time, it will only take you about 10-15 minutes to make this hummus appetizer recipe.
  • It’s a party favorite! This dip is always a hit. Like, so good that I’ve seen it go before all of the other apps on a party spread (including sweet treats) on multiple occasions.

Greek Dip Ingredients

ingredients needed to make this layered greek dip recipe.
  • Hummus. My favorite hummus to use in this dip is Sabra Classic Hummus, but any plain store-bought hummus will work! You can also use homemade hummus if desired.
  • Cherry Tomatoes or Grape Tomatoes. Cherry tomatoes are a bit sweeter and more delicate than grape tomatoes, but either of these will work great in this dip. Select whichever variety looks better at your grocery store. 
  • English Cucumber. I like to use the mini ones! English cucumber is less “seedy” than a standard cucumber, making it more enjoyable in this recipe.
  • Crumbled Feta Cheese. Feta is a Greek brined white cheese made from sheep’s milk, sometimes from a mixture of sheep and goat’s milk, that adds a nice salty pop to this dip.
  • Pitted Kalamata Olives. Kalamata olives are only grown in the Peloponnese Peninsula in Greece, making it the perfect type of olive to use to add Greek flavors to this dip recipe!
  • Fresh Parsley. Parsley is a very common herb used in Greek cooking. Curly leaf or flat leaf parsley can be used in this dip.

See recipe card below for a full list of ingredients and measurements.

How to make layered Hummus Dip

Step 1: Cut the veggies and olives and set all ingredients aside.

process shot showing how to assemble a layered greek dip.

Step 2: Spread hummus into an even layer at the bottom of your serving dish.

process shot showing how to assemble a layered greek dip.

Step 3: Add the chopped tomatoes and cucumbers on top of the hummus.

process shot showing how to assemble a layered greek dip.

Step 4: Add the feta cheese and cut up Kalamata olives over the veggies.

process shot showing how to assemble a layered greek dip.

Step 5: Top the dip with fresh parsley.

Step 6: Store in the fridge until ready to serve. Serve with your favorite crackers, pita chips, and/or veggies.

Recipe Variations and Substitutions

  • Add red onion: If you love onion, adding in a small layer of minced red onion would be a great addition to this dip.
  • Add a layer of plain Greek yogurt or tzatziki: full-fat or low-fat plain Greek yogurt is a nice addition to this dip, adding some tanginess, probiotics, and protein. Tzatziki sauce is a creamy, cucumber yogurt dip that tastes great with this dip as well. If you’re adding one of these to your dip, layer it on top of the hummus.
  • Try a different hummus.​ You could also try using a red pepper hummus or garlicky hummus in this Greek layer dip recipe if you’d like!
  • Use a different type of tomato. Not into cherry tomatoes? No problem! Grab your favorite tomato, seed it, and dice it into small pieces.
  • Replace the tomatoes with roasted red peppers. Roasted red peppers are delicious in this dip! Use them in place of the tomatoes.
  • Drizzle with olive oil. This is always a nice touch in Mediterranean dishes.
  • Add toasted pine nuts. Toasted pine nuts add a lovely texture to this dip.
  • Add more fresh herbs! In addition to the parsley, fresh dill is a great addition to this tasty Greek layer dip! You can also add sliced green onions on top if you’d like.

Possible Dietary Restrictions?

This Mediterranean dip recipe is vegetarian and gluten-free as written. It can be modified easily to be vegan and dairy free.  

  • Make this into a vegan and dairy free dip recipe by leaving off the feta cheese!
  • A note for serving to those who are gluten free: make sure you have gluten free items to dip with! Gluten free pita, crackers, or chips as well as fresh veggies. It would also be wise to verify the hummus you’re using is gluten free (most should be).

Things to Dip in Hummus

  • Pita Bread. Plain, sea salt, or whole wheat pita chips are always a great pairing with this easy Greek dip. I’d also recommend having an extra bag of pita chips with you because this is usually the dipper people reach for first and then you can replenish them before they run out.
  • Pita Bread. Pretzel twists, sticks, rods or thins are all delicious options with this hummus dip.
  • Crackers. Pretzel twists, sticks, rods or thins are all delicious options with this hummus dip.
  • Fresh Vegetables. Green, orange or red bell pepper slices, carrots, and cucumber slices are all great with this easy appetizer.
  • Fresh Vegetables. Green, orange or red bell pepper slices, carrots, and cucumber slices are all great with this easy appetizer.
  • Pretzels or Pretzel Thins. Pretzel twists, sticks, rods or thins are all delicious options with this hummus dip.
  • Tortilla Chips. Some people like to dip tortilla chips in this Greek dip, so try it out if you’re interested!
top down view of a white serving dish with layered greek dip with a large section already dug into. The serving dish sits on a dark wooden board with pita chips.

Storage

Leftovers can be stored in an air-tight container (or cover your serving dish with plastic wrap) in the fridge for 1-2 days.

Greek Hummus FAQs

Should I use store-bought or homemade hummus for this recipe?

Either is perfectly fine! I tend to use store-bought because it’s a convenient time-saver.

Can I make this layered Greek dip ahead of time?

This dip can be stored covered in the refrigerator for 1 day.

However, I find this dip tastes best freshly assembled. I would recommend pre-chopping the cucumbers, tomatoes, and kalamata olives up to a day in advance of assembly/serving to save time.

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view of a hand holding a pita chip after digging into the layered hummus dip. the dip is served in a white serving dish that sits on a dark wooden board with pita chips.

Greek Layer Dip (Layered Hummus Dip)

Meredith
Layered Greek dip is a nutritious and delicious dip recipe that is packed with flavor and great textures. This easy to assemble dip is a light, colorful, and fresh addition to any party spread.
5 from 10 votes
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Prep Time 15 minutes mins
Total Time 15 minutes mins
Course Appetizer
Cuisine American
Servings 8 Servings
Calories 145 kcal

Equipment

  • Paring or Chefs Knife
  • Cutting Board
  • Measuring Cups
  • Spatula
  • Serving Dish

Ingredients
  

  • 1 , 17oz package of hummus
  • 1 C English cucumber, diced (approximately 3 mini English cucumbers)
  • 1.5 C quartered cherry tomatoes (from 1, 1 pint carton)
  • ½ C pitted and halved Kalamata olives
  • ½ C crumbled feta cheese
  • ¼ C fresh parsley, finely chopped

Instructions
 

  • Cut the veggies and olives. Wash and quarter the cherry tomatoes. Wash and dice the english cucumber (if you’re using mini english cucumbers, you can slice and quarter these too!). Remove the Kalamata olives from the liquid they are packaged in and slice them in half (or quarters, or just chop into smaller pieces). Rinse and finely chop the parsley leaves. Set all ingredients aside.
  • Layer the hummus dip. Start by spreading the hummus into an even layer on the bottom of your serving dish. Then layer on the tomatoes, cucumber, feta, olives, and top with chopped parsley.
  • Store in the fridge until ready to serve. If preparing the layered dip ahead of time, store in the fridge to keep cool.
  • Serve with your favorite crackers, pita chips, and/or veggies. Serve the layered Greek dip with a variety of items to dip into it and enjoy!
  • Leftovers can be stored in an air-tight container in the fridge for 1-2 days.

Notes

*Ideas for items to serve with Greek Layer Dip: Pita Chips, Pita Bread, Crackers, Bell Peppers, Carrots, Cucumber Slices, Pretzels or Pretzel Things, Tortilla Chips.
*Recipe variations and substitutions: 
  • Add red onion
  • Add a layer of plain Greek yogurt or tzatziki
  • Use a different type of tomato, de-seed & dice it
  • Replace the tomatoes with roasted red peppers
  • Drizzle with olive oil
  • Add toasted pine nuts
  • Add more fresh herbs like dill or green onions
 
*Note: nutrition facts are calculated without dipping items like crackers, pita chips, etc. This is because everyone has different tastes and may choose a wide variety of items

Nutrition

Calories: 145kcalCarbohydrates: 11gProtein: 7gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 8mgSodium: 471mgPotassium: 237mgFiber: 4gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 399IUVitamin C: 9mgCalcium: 81mgIron: 2mg
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  1. Esme Slabbert says

    February 07, 2025 at 12:25 pm

    Love hummus, love Greek salad, so this is a winner and bookmarked
    Saw this awesome post at The Country Cook.

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    • Meredith says

      February 07, 2025 at 1:00 pm

      Thanks so much Esme!! I hope you love it!

      Reply
  2. David says

    December 04, 2024 at 4:42 pm

    5 stars
    A dip like this is such a nice pairing for a holiday party. When all the food is usually so heavy, the freshness from the cucumber and parsley (and the acidity from the olives) is such a refreshing change of pace!

    Reply
    • Meredith says

      December 04, 2024 at 4:52 pm

      Totally agree!! Glad you’re loving this hummus dip too 🙂

      Reply
  3. Kathy B. says

    October 30, 2022 at 6:57 pm

    5 stars
    SO, SO tasty!!! Great for birthdays, super easy to make, but looks so fancy! You gotta try this out 🙌

    Reply
    • Meredith says

      October 30, 2022 at 7:39 pm

      I’m so happy to hear you love it too!! ❤

      Reply
  4. Robby says

    October 19, 2022 at 10:48 pm

    5 stars
    Rock solid dip! I like this dip with game day food, actually. Burgers, brats, pulled pork, etc. It’s a nice, light appetizer before a big meal.

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    • ourlovelanguageisfood says

      October 20, 2022 at 12:48 pm

      I’m so happy to hear you like pairing this with game day food too! Thanks for giving this recipe a try 🙂

      Reply

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