6 Mediterranean Dip Recipes to Elevate Your Christmas Celebration

With the festive season in full swing, hosting Christmas and holiday gatherings becomes all the more delightful when paired with the perfect accompaniments. Whether you’re planning an intimate dinner or a lively party, these Mediterranean-inspired dips will bring a touch of elegance and flavour to your table.

Curated by our expert, Simran Vohra, Recipe Curator at NUUK, these six delicious and easy-to-make dips are sure to impress your guests and make your holiday hosting effortless.

6 Mediterranean Dip Recipes

From creamy classics to bold, zesty flavours, these recipes are a must-have for your Christmas celebrations:

Beetroot Hummus

Ingredients:

• 1 roasted beetroot
• 1 cup boiled chickpeas
• 1 tbsp tahini
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 garlic clove
• 1 tbsp Olive oil
• Salt to taste

Instructions:

Blend all ingredients until smooth. Adjust seasoning. Serve chilled.

Herby Hummus

Ingredients:

• 1 cup boiled chickpeas
• 1 tbsp tahini
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1/4 cup fresh parsley and coriander
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 garlic clove
• Salt to taste

Instructions:

Blend all ingredients until smooth. Garnish with extra parsley.

Classic Hummus

Ingredients:

• 1 cup chickpeas
• 1 tbsp tahini
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 garlic clove
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• Salt and olive oil to taste

Instructions:

Blend until smooth. You can top this hummus with a tomato, onion, olives, feta and coriander salsa for a loaded hummus plate.

Baba Ganoush

Ingredients:

• 1 large eggplant- roasted
• 1 tbsp tahini
• 1 garlic clove
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• Olive oil, salt, and pepper to taste

Instructions:

Blend roasted eggplant with tahini, garlic, and lemon juice until smooth. Garnish with olive oil.

Muhammara

Ingredients:

• 2 roasted red peppers
• 1/2 cup walnuts
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tbsp pomegranate molasses (Substitute: Balsamic Vinegar)
• 1 garlic clove
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

Blend all ingredients until smooth. Adjust seasoning.

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Tzatziki

Ingredients:

• 1 cup Greek yogurt/ Hung Curd
• 1/2 cucumber, grated
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

Mix all ingredients. Chill for 30 minutes before serving.

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Serve these colourful dips with warm pita, falafel, and lavash for a wholesome spread!

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Credits: NUUK