Whipped Feta Dip
Whipped feta dip is a creamy, tangy spread made with feta cheese and cream cheese or Greek yogurt. It’s quick to prepare and perfect for pairing with pita, crackers, or veggies.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 8 oz block feta cheese, crumbled
- 4 oz cream cheese or 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
- 2 tbsp olive oil (plus more for drizzling)
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic (optional)
- Fresh herbs (parsley, dill, or chives), for garnish
Instructions
- Crumble the feta cheese and place it in a food processor.
- Add cream cheese (or Greek yogurt), olive oil, lemon juice, and garlic if using.
- Blend until the mixture is smooth and fluffy, scraping down the sides as needed.
- Transfer the dip to a serving bowl and drizzle with additional olive oil.
- Garnish with chopped fresh herbs and serve with pita, crackers, or vegetables.
Notes
- Use block feta for better texture and flavor.
- Add roasted red peppers or sun-dried tomatoes for extra depth.
- Top with honey and red pepper flakes for a sweet-spicy variation.
- Fold in chopped cucumbers or olives for freshness.
- Store in the fridge for up to 4 days and stir before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tbsp
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Find it online: https://recipesbyliza.com/whipped-feta-dip/
