Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsEstia RestaurantSpread Pikilia Recipe

Spread Pikilia Recipe

Inspired by Estia Restaurant
Time1h
Serves4

Tzatziki, htipiti, and melitzanosalata served with grilled pita

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Ingredients

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Tzatziki

Htipiti

Melitzanosalata

Grilled Pita

Method

Tzatziki Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Cucumber

    Grate the cucumber and place it in a clean kitchen towel. Squeeze out excess moisture.

  2. 2

    Mix Ingredients

    In a bowl, combine Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, minced garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, chopped dill, and salt. Mix well.

  3. 3

    Chill

    Cover the tzatziki and let it chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Htipiti Preparation

  1. 4

    Blend Ingredients

    In a food processor, combine feta cheese, roasted red peppers, olive oil, minced garlic, red chili flakes, and black pepper. Blend until smooth.

  2. 5

    Taste and Adjust

    Taste the htipiti and adjust seasoning if necessary. Transfer to a serving bowl.

Melitzanosalata Preparation

  1. 6

    Roast the Eggplant

    Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Prick the eggplant with a fork and roast it for 30-40 minutes until soft and charred.

  2. 7

    Combine Ingredients

    Once the eggplant is cool, scoop out the flesh and place it in a bowl. Add minced garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, chopped parsley, and salt. Mix until well combined.

  3. 8

    Chill

    Let the melitzanosalata chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Grilled Pita Preparation

  1. 9

    Preheat Grill

    Preheat your grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.

  2. 10

    Brush Pita with Olive Oil

    Brush both sides of the pita bread with olive oil.

  3. 11

    Grill Pita

    Place the pita on the grill and cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side until grill marks appear and the pita is warm.

  4. 12

    Cut and Serve

    Remove from the grill, cut into triangles, and serve warm with the dips.

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