Greek Nachos Recipe
These Greek Nachos are a delicious Mediterranean twist on traditional nachos, featuring crispy pita chips topped with creamy hummus, tangy feta, olives, fresh veggies, and homemade tzatziki sauce. Perfect for a flavorful appetizer or snack, this recipe combines vibrant Greek flavors and textures for a crowd-pleasing dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Greek
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Pita Chips
- 3 pieces pita bread, cut into 8 wedges each (or use store-bought pita chips)
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Olive oil, for drizzling
Toppings
- ¾ cup hummus
- 1 cup feta cheese, cut into small cubes
- ½ cup Kalamata olives, chopped
- ½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- ½ cup pepperoncinis, sliced
- ¼ red onion, chopped
- ¼ cup flat leaf parsley, chopped
Tzatziki Sauce
- 1 medium cucumber
- 1 ¼ cups plain Greek yogurt
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons white wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the cucumber: Cut the cucumber in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds. Coarsely grate the cucumber using a box grater or food processor. Wrap the grated cucumber in paper towels or a tea towel and squeeze to remove excess liquid to prevent watery tzatziki.
- Make the tzatziki sauce: Place the squeezed cucumber in a bowl and add the Greek yogurt, minced garlic, lemon juice, white wine vinegar, extra virgin olive oil, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly until well combined. Set aside for at least 20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the pita chips.
- Bake the pita chips: Arrange the pita wedges on a baking sheet. Season them with cumin, salt, and pepper, then drizzle with olive oil. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the chips are crisp and lightly golden. Remove and place on a serving plate or large platter.
- Assemble the nachos: Start with a layer of baked pita chips on the platter. Spread the hummus evenly over the chips. Spoon the prepared tzatziki sauce on top. Scatter the cubed feta cheese, chopped Kalamata olives, halved cherry tomatoes, sliced pepperoncinis, chopped red onion, and parsley evenly over the nachos. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- Removing excess moisture from the cucumber is key to achieving thick, creamy tzatziki.
- You can substitute store-bought pita chips if short on time.
- Adjust the amount of pepperoncinis for desired heat level.
- Serve immediately after assembling to keep pita chips crisp.
Keywords: Greek nachos, pita chips, Mediterranean appetizer, tzatziki, hummus, feta cheese, healthy snacks
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