Description
Creamy Whipped Feta Dip brings Mediterranean magic to your table with tangy cheese blended into silky perfection. Guests will savor each smooth bite, eager to scoop up this irresistible Greek-inspired appetizer that promises to elevate any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
Cheese and Dairy:
- 8 ounces (226 grams) feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/2 cup (113 grams) cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup (60 milliliters) Greek yogurt
Seasonings and Liquids:
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) olive oil
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) honey or maple syrup
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Salt to taste
Garnish and Serving:
- Fresh herbs (parsley or chives)
- Pita chips or fresh vegetables
Instructions
- Combine feta, cream cheese, Greek yogurt, olive oil, honey, garlic, and black pepper in a food processor.
- Pulse the mixture until achieving a silky, uniform consistency, periodically scraping down the processor’s interior to ensure thorough blending.
- Taste the mixture and adjust seasoning with salt as desired, briefly processing to incorporate additional flavors.
- Transfer the whipped feta to an elegant serving vessel, creating a smooth surface.
- Enhance visual appeal by delicately drizzling extra virgin olive oil across the top.
- Sprinkle freshly chopped herbs like dill or parsley over the dip for aromatic garnish.
- Accompany the creamy dip with crisp pita chips, sliced raw vegetables, or toasted artisan bread for dipping.
- Serve immediately at room temperature to maximize flavor and textural experience.
Notes
- Soften cheese ingredients at room temperature for easier blending and smoother texture.
- Use high-quality feta for richer flavor, preferably from Greece or a specialty cheese shop.
- Adjust consistency by adding more Greek yogurt if the dip feels too thick or more cream cheese if it’s too thin.
- Experiment with flavor variations by adding roasted red peppers, sun-dried tomatoes, or fresh herbs like dill or oregano to customize the dip.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 400 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg