Greek Seven Layer Dip

I love that this is such a delicious yet healthy appetizer or snack to serve at parties (double the recipe for a larger crowd and spread into a 13 by 9-inch dish). Usually party foods are always pretty indulgent but this one is loaded with good for you ingredients. Part of what makes this a healthy dip are the garbanzo beans (aka chick peas) which are part of the pulse family.

What is a Pulse?

You may not have heard the term “pulses” much before but you’re probably already eating the all the time. Pulses are any of the the following food items; beans, peas, chickpeas or lentils. Every 1/2 cup of cooked pulses delivers 9 grams of protein! Pulses are so versatile and with just a few seasoning they become so delicious. Not only are pulses so tasty, they are a healthy, sustainable food source. I’ve taken the pulse pledge this year and so should you!

Add More Pulses to Your Diet!

When you do, you commit to eating pulses once a week for 10 weeks and join a global food movement. Eating dry peas, lentils, beans and chickpeas helps reduce your carbon footprint – and it’s great for your health. All you have to do is visit PulsePledge.com and sign up! Then start out your pledge with this amazing Seven Layer Greek Dip!