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Creamy Tzatziki Hummus Dip Recipe with Roasted Red Pepper Swirl

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A creamy, tangy dip combining Greek tzatziki and Middle Eastern hummus flavors, topped with a smoky roasted red pepper swirl. Perfect for parties, snacks, or quick lunches.

Ingredients

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  • 1 can (15 oz / 425 g) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • ½ cup (120 g) Greek yogurt (full-fat or low-fat)
  • ½ cup (120 g) cottage cheese, small-curd
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (about 1 lemon)
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil (plus more for drizzling)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • ½ teaspoon ground cumin
  • Salt to taste (start with ½ teaspoon)
  • Freshly ground black pepper, a pinch
  • ½ cup cucumber, finely grated and drained
  • 1 large roasted red bell pepper, drained
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
  • ½ teaspoon red wine vinegar or apple cider vinegar
  • Pinch of salt
  • Optional garnishes: chopped fresh dill or parsley, whole chickpeas or pine nuts, extra olive oil drizzle

Instructions

  1. Grate ½ cup of cucumber finely. Place the grated cucumber in a clean kitchen towel or cheesecloth and squeeze out as much liquid as possible (about 5 minutes).
  2. In a small blender or food processor, combine the roasted red bell pepper, smoked paprika, vinegar, and a pinch of salt. Blend until smooth. Taste and adjust seasoning. Set aside (3-4 minutes).
  3. In a food processor, add drained chickpeas, Greek yogurt, cottage cheese, lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, cumin, salt, and pepper. Pulse until mostly smooth, scraping down sides as needed (2-3 minutes).
  4. Add the squeezed cucumber to the food processor and pulse a few more times until incorporated but still slightly textured (30 seconds).
  5. Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt, lemon juice, or garlic as desired (1-2 minutes).
  6. Transfer the hummus-tzatziki mixture to a serving bowl and create a shallow well or swirl pattern on the surface.
  7. Spoon the roasted red pepper puree onto the surface in a swirl or zigzag pattern. Use a toothpick or skewer to gently swirl the pepper through the dip for a marbled effect (2 minutes).
  8. Garnish with extra olive oil, fresh dill or parsley, and whole chickpeas or pine nuts if desired. Serve immediately with pita chips, fresh veggies, or crusty bread.

Notes

Grate and drain cucumber thoroughly to avoid watery dip. Pulse chickpeas until smooth but not paste-like. Roast red peppers for best flavor or use well-drained jarred peppers. Prepare dip base up to 2 days ahead and add red pepper swirl before serving. Stir in a tablespoon of water or olive oil if dip thickens after refrigeration.

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Keywords: tzatziki, hummus, dip, roasted red pepper, party dip, creamy dip, Mediterranean, easy recipe, vegetarian, gluten-free

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