Description
Savor Mediterranean magic with this Greek-style loaded hummus masterpiece that blends creamy chickpea perfection with zesty toppings. Crisp vegetables, briny olives, and fresh herbs create a delightful canvas you’ll want to dive into immediately.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups hummus
Protein Toppings:
- 1/2 pound ground lamb
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Garnish and Additional Toppings:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/4 cup pine nuts
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- 2 tablespoons crumbled feta cheese
Instructions
- Craft a vibrant medley by combining diced cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, red onion, minced garlic, and optional olives in a mixing bowl.
- Infuse the vegetable mixture with aromatic oregano, drizzle with olive oil, and season generously with salt and pepper.
- Gently fold in a handful of fresh herbs to elevate the mixture’s brightness and fragrance.
- Spread a smooth, even layer of hummus across a serving platter or shallow dish.
- Artfully distribute the prepared vegetable mixture over the hummus, ensuring an attractive and balanced coverage.
- Enhance the presentation by sprinkling toasted pine nuts, a dusting of sumac or paprika for depth of flavor.
- Garnish with additional fresh herbs to add a vibrant pop of color and freshness.
- Accompany the loaded hummus with lemon wedges to provide a zesty optional accent.
- Serve alongside warm pita bread, crispy pita chips, or a selection of fresh cut vegetables for dipping.
Notes
- Customize veggie mix by swapping ingredients based on seasonal availability or personal preferences.
- Toast pine nuts carefully to enhance nutty flavor without burning, watching them closely in a dry skillet.
- Adjust salt and herbs to accommodate different dietary needs, using low-sodium options or herb alternatives for sensitive palates.
- Prepare components ahead of time for quick assembly, storing chopped vegetables and hummus separately to maintain freshness and texture.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 260 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 16 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg