Description
This Creamy Whipped Feta Dip is a smooth, tangy Mediterranean-inspired appetizer made with feta, Greek yogurt, olive oil, and fresh herbs. Finished with crunchy nuts and a hint of spice, it is perfect for entertaining or everyday snacking.
Ingredients
8 oz block feta cheese, drained
3/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
1 teaspoon lemon zest
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon honey
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint
2 tablespoons toasted pine nuts
1 tablespoon crushed pistachios
Pita chips or fresh vegetables, for serving
Instructions
- Add the feta cheese, Greek yogurt, lemon zest, olive oil, and honey to a food processor.
- Blend until smooth, creamy, and fluffy, stopping occasionally to scrape down the sides.
- Spoon the whipped feta onto a serving plate and spread into a shallow swirl.
- Top with red pepper flakes, parsley, mint, toasted pine nuts, and crushed pistachios.
- Serve immediately with pita chips or fresh vegetables.
Notes
Add a clove of roasted garlic for extra richness and depth.
Swap mint for fresh dill for a more traditional Mediterranean flavor.
Drizzle additional olive oil on top before serving if desired.
Walnuts or almonds can be used instead of pine nuts and pistachios.
Increase red pepper flakes or add cayenne for extra heat.
Top with chopped sun-dried tomatoes for a sweet and savory variation.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Serve chilled or let sit at room temperature for 10 to 15 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Blend
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 145 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 520 mg
- Fat: 11 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 4 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 25 mg
