Mediterranean 7 layer dip is a fabulous blend of flavors! One scoopful and you’ll be hooked!
Two to three nights a year, my family enjoys snack night for dinner. These special occasions include Christmas Eve, New Years Eve and Super Bowl Sunday. It is pure gluttony. We eat with total abandon! We all really look forward to these nights because anything goes. However, there are a few must haves on the menu. These include my guacamole (my 8 year old is an avocado fiend) and something with Velveeta. We all know it isn’t a party without Velveeta. I usually make an assortment of cold dips and hot dips. Our proteins are usually Little Smokies and chicken wings.
But that’s not all my friends. I have a chocolate popcorn recipe reserved just for these events. And you know we have to have nachos. Because I am a mom, I cut up peppers and fruit to balance out the fat. But these go largely untouched. And I don’t care. This is one night were we all break the rules. I mean we get to eat with our hands! Plates are strictly optional. Everyone is two -fisting it, with one fist holding dessert! A kids dream, to eat dessert and dinner at the same time!!!
No one sits because we have to rotate around the table to sample everything. Bowls, hot plates, dip bowls, chip bags and sweets litter the table to the fullest. These are nights I never have to get after any one to eat or to stop talking. In fact there isn’t any talking because all our mouths are crammed with deliciousness! Alas, this doesn’t last long. We fill up quickly. Party comes to a halt. We find ourselves feeling a bit down. Partly because we are literally weighed down by all the cholesterol laden, high fat food. And partly because this meal held such anticipation.
Come on, this is snack night after all. We’ve cheated the norm! Everyone backs away from the table in horror. No one can look at whats left because then you have to face the reality of what’s been consumed. My dog will get a few Smokies. I keep what’s salvageable. Somethings I cannot look at again without vomiting, therefore must be disposed of immediately. The word Velveeta must not be ushered for another year! Yes, we move heavily to our next activity, which hopefully involves sitting. Rolaids is now our friend.
This year, I’ll be adding Mediterranean 7 layer dip to the rotation. It is has a rich taste without the guilt. Unless of course I eat it all by myself, which is certainly not out of the question.
Enjoy this Mediterranean 7 layer dip recipe!
Mediterranean 7 Layer Dip
Ingredients
- 8 oz package softened cream cheese
- 6 oz Greek-style yogurt
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tsp Greek seasoning
- Plain Hummus (10oz)
- 4 oz crumbled feta cheese
- 1 cup chopped kalamata olives
- 1 small cucumber diced
- 2 Roma tomatoes diced
- chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
In a bowl combine the softened cream cheese and the Greek yogurt until combined and spreadable. Add in the garlic and the seasoning. Spread onto a serving plate. Top with Hummus. I used a traditional flavor, but you could use whatever flavor you like. Top hummus with diced cucumber, diced tomatoes, olives, and feta. Garnish with parsley. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
Nutrition Information:
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 1899 Total Fat: 151g Saturated Fat: 72g Cholesterol: 373mg Sodium: 3915mg Fiber: 24g Sugar: 24g Protein: 68g
Hannah —
Oooh, I’ve had this dip personally and I can say it is dee-licious! Love that it all the different ingredients remind me of things my Greek grandmother has made over the years. Perfect blend good ol’ American with the cream cheese and some Mediterranean spice!
Lemonsforlulu —
Thanks! It is tasty. Tastes good the next day too. I should know because I just about polished it off by myself!
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Lemonsforlulu —
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whirl + whisk —
this sounds really good!
Lemonsforlulu —
Thanks, this is my favorite dip!
Donna —
What does 1 tsp of Greek Seasoning mean? What kind ? Please be more specific. Love to make this !
Lemonsforlulu —
You could use Italian seasoning too!
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ChgoJohn —
This is a great dip, Tanya. Love the flavors in it. Like you, I have my snack day/nights, too, with Super Bowl Sunday being the premiere event. Your dip will do very well — if I “remember” to serve it. I can be so forgetful — but I have a tasty time of it after everyone leaves. Thanks for sharing, Tanya.
Lemonsforlulu —
This is one of those dips that I hope for leftovers, so I can eat it for lunch the next day! Thanks John!
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Patricia —
This sounds great! Wouldn’t have thought to put this together, but great idea! Thanks for sharing – can’t wait to try it!
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It’s a crowd pleaser thats for sure! Thank you Patricia!
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Brandy Barrett —
This dip is incredible!!!! I made it last night and served it today. The flavors were set and it was amazing. I was asked for the recipe several times! I actually served it with Indian naan bread slices and it was amazing with the 2 flavors complimenting each other. Thank you for this wonderful recipe!!
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Jodi —
This was absolutely delicious! We had it for a light dinner and will definitely be making it again and again!
Carrie Smith —
This looks outstanding! I’m going to be making this next weekend to bring to a baby shower. There will be about 10-15 people there, and other snacks, too. Do you think I should double the recipe? Thanks!
Lemonsforlulu —
Hi Carrie, I think the recipe should be enough for 10-15 people. It really is quite filling. I hope you enjoy!
Carrie Smith —
Thank you so much!! Everyone raved about it– I sent out your link 🙂 I will definitely be making this again, very soon, and checking out your other recipes!
Teri Hamel —
Hi Lulu 🙂
Your Mediterranean 7 Layer Dip looks delicious, but the recipe doesn’t show up on the site… at least not for me. Can you send it to me?
Thank you!
Lemonsforlulu —
Technical difficulties! You should be able to see it now! Thank you!
Jocelyn (Grandbaby Cakes) —
This dip looks yummy!!!
Carolyn —
This sounds amazing!
Sandy —
What is Greek seasoning ? Is it store bought already mixed up like Italian seasoning .?
Thanks,
Sandy
Tanya Schroeder —
Yes! McCormick makes a good of Greek seasoning blend that can be purchased at most stores, although in a pinch, an Italian blend will do.