Looking for Easy Appetizers for a Party?
This flavorful Mediterranean Greek Dip is a good first choice and a pretty presentation! It's a wonderful option to bring to parties that is always highly appreciated because it's one-of-a-kind and delicious healthy finger food that can never be overlooked!
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You might be wondering what exactly makes this dish so special? The quick answer is that it’s a salad in the form of a dip that pairs lovely with freshly grilled pita bread, hummus, and marinated olives, creating a smorgasbord for your guests!
It can be served as an appetizer before a meal or as a nutritious light meal amongst friends or family that is healthy!
A Flavorful Dip Recipe!
This recipe is a crowd favorite and so easy to make too! It's a beautiful combination of tomatoes, cucumbers, peppers, celery, onion, and feta cheese that is perfect for dipping grilled pita bread!
Also, Fresh Basil and Parsley are used in the dressing but dried herbs or My Greek Seasoning Recipe can certainly be used!
How To Grill Pita Bread
Time needed: 38 minutes.
How To Grill Pita Bread
- Brush on the oil!
Lightly brush a little olive oil on each side of the pita bread before grilling in a hot skillet or griddle over medium-high heat.
- Grilling the Pita
Grill each side for about 1-2 minutes. Use a sharp knife to cut into triangles for dipping.
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What is Mediterranean food?
Some examples of Mediterranean food are hummus, pita, tabbouleh, couscous, baklava, and kabobs.
I’m always looking for Mediterranean food near me with very few options to choose from! A Mediterranean food delivery option in our area would be amazing! Until then, Mediterranean Greek Salad Dip is a great option for that fresh and healthy craving that can be made at home!
Can Mediterranean Greek Dip be made in advance?
Absolutely and is recommended for this dip! Combine the ingredients in a bowl and then mix in the dressing well. Cover with plastic wrap and leave in a cool area to marinate for 30 minutes to 4 hours in advance.
Serve as an appetizer before Chicken Marsala or Swiss Steak Creole as the main course for a night of delicious food your guests will never forget!
Spinach Artichoke Dip and Beef Poutine Fries with Gravy are some other appetizers your company may enjoy!
Try this flavorful Mediterranean Greek salad dip and let us know what you think!
Mediterranean Greek Dip
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- Sharp Knife
- Skillet
Ingredients
- 1 Whole Cucumber With the seed removed and cut small
- 1 Whole Green Pepper Cut small
- ¼ Cup Cup Red Onion Minced
- 2 Long Celery Stalks Crisp, fresh and washed
- 1 Lb Tomatoes Campari or grarden tomatoes work well! Reserve the tomato juice for the dressing.
- ½ Lb Feta Cheese Block style or crumbles
Dressing
- ⅓ Cup Red Wine Vinagar your favorite brand
- ½ Cup Olive Oil extra virgin
- 10 Fresh Basil Leaves or 1 tablespoon dried basil. Christy's Greek Seasoning can also be used in place of basil.
- 1 teaspoon Parsley freshly cut or dried
- ½ teaspoon Sugar or more for desired taste!
Dippers
- 4 Whole Pita Bread small or large
- 2 tablespoon Olive Oil extra virgin
Instructions
- Peel and remove the seeds from the cucumber. Then dice into half into ½ cubes.
- Cut and remove the seeds from the green pepper and slice small.
- Mince the onion.
- Cut the tomatoes in small wedges and then in half and lightly salt them over. Keep the juices to add to the dressing.
- Dice the celery small
- Mix the dressing and the tomato juice in a bowl and stir well until completely blended.
- Combine the salad and dressing together. Cover with plastic wrap and place in a cool place to marinate for 30 minutes to 4 hours before serving.
- Grill the pita, Lightly brush a little olive oil on each side of the pita bread before grilling in a skillet or griddle over medium-high heat. Grill each side for about 1-2 minutes. Cut into triangles for dipping using a sharp knife.
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