🫓 Greek Pita Nachos with Herbed Yogurt Drizzle

A Mediterranean twist on classic nachos inspired by the vibrant flavors of Greece. Crispy baked pita chips are layered with fresh vegetables, olives, and feta, then finished with a cool, garlicky yogurt drizzle. Perfect as an appetizer, mezze platter addition, or light dinner.

🌿 Description

Instead of tortilla chips and melted cheese, this version uses toasted whole-wheat pita wedges topped with juicy tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, briny Kalamata olives, red onion, and creamy feta. The finishing touch is a lemony Greek yogurt sauce loaded with fresh herbs.

It’s:

✔ Fresh and crunchy
✔ High in protein
✔ Packed with Mediterranean flavors
✔ Ready in 25–30 minutes

🛒 Ingredients (Serves 4–6)

For the Pita Chips:

• 4 whole-wheat pita breads

• 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

• ½ teaspoon dried oregano

• Pinch sea salt

For the Toppings:

• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, chopped

• 1 cup cucumber, diced

• ¼ cup red onion, finely sliced

• ½ cup Kalamata olives, sliced

• ½ cup crumbled feta cheese

• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

For the Herbed Yogurt Drizzle:

• 1 cup plain Greek yogurt

• 1 tablespoon lemon juice

• 1 small garlic clove, grated

• 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped (or mint)

• 1 tablespoon olive oil

• Salt & black pepper to taste

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1️⃣ Make the Pita Chips

Preheat oven to 190°C (375°F).
Cut pita into triangles. Toss with olive oil, oregano, and salt.
Arrange on a baking sheet and bake 8–10 minutes until golden and crisp.

2️⃣ Prepare the Yogurt Drizzle

In a bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, lemon juice, garlic, dill, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Chill until ready to use.

3️⃣ Assemble the Nachos

Spread baked pita chips on a serving platter.
Top evenly with tomatoes, cucumber, onion, olives, and feta.

4️⃣ Finish

Drizzle generously with herbed yogurt sauce.
Sprinkle fresh parsley over the top and serve immediately.

🍽 Serving Ideas

• Add grilled chicken or lamb for a heartier meal

• Include hummus or baba ganoush on the side

• Serve as part of a Mediterranean mezze board

• Pair with sparkling water with lemon

🌱 Nutritional Benefits

• Greek yogurt adds protein and probiotics

• Olive oil provides heart-healthy fats

• Fresh vegetables deliver fiber and antioxidants

• Feta & olives contribute calcium and healthy fats

Balanced, fresh, and satisfying without heavy sauces.

❓ Q & A

Q1: Can I make the pita chips ahead of time?

Yes. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

Q2: How do I keep them from getting soggy?

Add the yogurt drizzle just before serving.

Q3: Can I make this dairy-free?

Use a plant-based yogurt and omit feta or substitute with dairy-free feta.

Q4: What protein can I add?

Grilled chicken, shrimp, or chickpeas work beautifully.

Q5: Can I use store-bought pita chips?

Absolutely — just choose whole-grain for a Mediterranean touch.