Oh, hi!
How was your weekend everyone?
Ben and I kicked things off with dinner, drinks, and bad hairdo spotting with friends at Mullets on Friday night, followed by an I-Cubs game under the stars (summer bucket list item!)
The rest of the weekend was filled with summery activities like gardening (I put up a wire fence to replace the TWO plastic ones the rabbits have chewed through – little a-holes have developed a taste for my cukes!), lots of walks, and some pathetic tennis playing. Seriously, just absolutely no skillz whatsoever on the court. And now my arm hurts.
Anyway! It was HOT throughout and I continued to keep my stove off, favoring dishes that don’t require any heat to make, like this Greek Dip Platter I’ve made twice in the past three days.
The recipe is inspired by a cream cheese-based Mediterranean dip my Mom makes for parties all the time, but I swapped out the cream cheese for tangy Greek yogurt, and added a layer of silky-smooth roasted red pepper hummus on top. Cooling cucumbers and tomatoes, salty kalamata olives and feta cheese, and fresh chopped parsley are sprinkled on, then everything’s scooped up with crackers and sliced veggies. This is an awesome protein-packed, quick, easy, and no-heat required light lunch or supper!
Start the Greek Dip Platter by choosing a deep plate with a lip. If all your plates are flat, no sweat – just use that instead. It’s all good!
Spread 6 oz plain Greek yogurt on the bottom of the plate.
Greek yogurt is thick and creamy, and provides awesome flavor and staying power to the dish due to its high protein content.
Next, dab some creamy Roasted Red Pepper Hummus on top then spread it around.
Sabra hummus is mind blowingly delicious. Sooooo luxurious and creamy – like silk! I hate roasted red peppers, but this is my favorite flavor for some reason. :) You can pick any flavor you like best though.
Next, bust out the goodies! Top the yogurt and hummus with minced red onion, chopped cucumbers,
chopped tomatoes, and chopped kalamata olives.
Finish with a sprinkling of feta cheese, and tons of chopped fresh parsley.
Serve with the dippers of your choice. I chose new to me Triscuit Thins (love), sliced cucumbers, celery stalks, and sliced carrots!
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Greek Dip Platter
Description
Greek Dip Platter is a light and refreshing appetizer recipe with 7 layers of bold Greek flavors!
Ingredients
- 6oz plain Greek Yogurt
- 10oz Sabra Roasted Red Pepper Hummus (may not use entire thing)
- Toppings:
- minced red onion
- chopped cucumber
- chopped tomato
- chopped kalamata olives
- feta cheese
- chopped fresh parsley
- Dippers: Triscuits, pita chips, whole-grain crackers, carrots, celery, cucumber slices
Directions
- Spread Greek yogurt on the bottom of a deep plate. Spread hummus evenly on top. Sprinkle on red onions, cucumbers, tomatoes, kalamata olives, feta cheese and parsley. Serve with dippers.
This recipe is courtesy of Iowa Girl Eats, http://iowagirleats.com.
This dip is IT. Incredibly refreshing, and PACKED with flavor!
Normally I prefer eating crackers or chips with dip, over veggies (especially with salsa – who wants to dip veggies in veggies?!) but the Greek yogurt and hummus made it feel right.
Ok, the Triscuit Thins were really good in here too. ;) So obsessed with this recipe – you will love it!
Amber @ Busy, Bold, Blessed 07.10.2012
This looks amazing! And so easy, win!
McKenzie 07.10.2012
My husband & I are leaving for Denver in the morning and are beyond excited! I’m so glad you linked your Denver post today because we have our fingers crossed that we’ll get to hit up a brewery (hopefully New Belgium) and it was great to get to read about your trip! Have fun in Colorado!
Trisha 07.10.2012
Have a great trip! I’m on my husband’s case about a trip to CO, I’ve been dying to go for years now! Can’t wait for your recaps.
This Greek platter looks pretty bee’s knees. I can foresee making something similar, modifying it due to my aversion to feta & olives of course. :( I can’t help it, I just can’t get myself to like either of them!
sofia c 07.10.2012
this looks amazing and so refreshing. I cant wait to give it a try :)
Megan 07.10.2012
I made this last night, minus the olives. I used Wheat Thins to dip with. It’s a very filling easy to make meal. Great idea!!
Kierstan @ Life {and running} in Iowa 07.10.2012
We must be on the same wavelength this week! I made something very similar for a quick dinner the other night. Totally delicious!
Bek @ Crave 07.10.2012
That dip looks so tasty! Dips are way too easy to eat at bbqs haha. I’m so jealous of your wedding this weekend- I love weddings and haven’t been to many because all my friends are still a bit young haha. I’ll probs be the first to be married ;)
Sarah | The Cyclist's Wife 07.09.2012
Looks good! I’ve been struggling to be creative about no heat, protein packed summer dinners, this will do!
Anna-Liisa 07.09.2012
Hi from Denver! If you guys need suggestions for fun hikes that are not too far from town and that give you the same experience as a 14er without the crazy altitude sickness, Chief Mountain is lovely! And afterwards you can go to Park Burger! Best burgers in Denver, promise. But while you’re in FoCo, check out the tempeh burgers at Avogadro’s Number!
Tray @ Bellasky 07.09.2012
What a GREAT idea!!!! Gonna serve this at our next girl night in!!! YUMMMMM!
Rachel 07.09.2012
Oh this is so perfect! We have a church picnic this weekend, and I wanted something nice and cool to bring. Thanks so much for sharing!
Erica 07.09.2012
YUM!!! Will try this soon! Thanks for the post!
Heather 07.09.2012
Just bought some TJ’s low-fat pita chips…this looks like a fantastic recipe to try them out with!!!
getfitchick 07.09.2012
This dip looks fabulous – a must try for me! Have fun on your trip!
Ashley @ coffee cake and cardio 07.09.2012
Mmm! That looks awesome!
Maria 07.09.2012
Love this dip! So great for summer!
Katie 07.09.2012
I would happily eat this every day for the rest of my life. Fo real!
Abby Ryan 07.09.2012
I hope you’re planning a trip to Snooze…..i can almost taste the Cinnful pancakes now. Delish. Safe travels!!
Katie Chapman 07.09.2012
I’m heading out to Wyoming (via Denver) for a wedding this weekend too! We plan on stopping in Ft. Collins on our way back down to hit up some of the breweries too. Thank you to everyone who has already made some suggestions for breweries to check out. Much appreciated!
Have a great trip!
Lauren T 07.09.2012
Oooo have fun in CO! I went to the Veil area in CO last summer, and it was one of the best vacations I’ve been on. The weather and scenery is so gorgeous there during the summer!