Creamy Whipped Feta Dip
Ready in just 5 minutes with no cooking required, this Creamy Whipped Feta is made with salty feta and thick Greek yogurt. Pair it with pita chips or fresh vegetables for a quick and easy appetizer. Be sure to check out ideas for how to use this dip as a bed to other delicious toppings!
- Prep time
- 5 min
- Cook time
- 7 min
- Yield
- 6 servings
- Difficulty
- MEDIUM
Ingredients
Quantities are shown as originally provided.
- 8 ounces block quality feta, drained
- 3/4 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 lemon zest
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, ( more as needed)
- 1 teaspoon Aleppo pepper, (or red pepper flakes (to your taste))
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- 2-3 tablespoons toasted pine nuts, (optional)
- 1-2 tablespoons crushed pistachios, (optional)
Instructions
- 1
In the bowl of a large food processor fitted with a blade, combine the feta, Greek yogurt and lemon zest. Blend, and while the processor is running, drizzle olive oil through the top opening, until the feta is whipped to a smooth mixture.
- 2
Transfer the whipped feta to a serving plate. With the back of your spoon, smooth the top of the feta, making an indentation in the middle (or a “well”). Pour a bit of olive oil all over the feta, then top with the Aleppo pepper, fresh herbs, and nuts.
- 3
Serve with pita chips or pita wedges.