Greek Feta Dip Recipe
A creamy, tangy Greek Feta Dip combining feta cheese, Greek yogurt, and cream cheese with fresh lemon and herbs. Perfectly balanced with cucumber and cherry tomatoes, this versatile dip is ideal for serving with whole grain pita chips as a flavorful appetizer or snack.
- Author: Maya
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: About 2 cups (serves 6-8) 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Greek
- Diet: Vegetarian
Dip Base
- 12 oz. feta cheese
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 (8-oz.) block cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling
- 1 lemon, juiced and zested
- Kosher salt, to taste
- 2 tablespoons freshly chopped dill, plus more for garnish
- Pinch crushed red pepper flakes
Garnish
- 1/2 cup chopped cucumber
- 1/2 cup quartered cherry tomatoes
- Extra dill for garnish
To Serve
- Prepare the Dip Base: Using a handheld mixer on medium-high speed, in a large bowl, beat feta cheese, Greek yogurt, softened cream cheese, extra-virgin olive oil, lemon zest, and lemon juice until the mixture is fluffy and well combined. Season generously with kosher salt to taste.
- Add Herbs and Spice: Stir in the freshly chopped dill and a pinch of crushed red pepper flakes until evenly incorporated, enhancing the dip’s flavor profile.
- Assemble and Garnish: Transfer the blended dip to a serving bowl. Top with chopped cucumber, quartered cherry tomatoes, additional dill, and a drizzle of olive oil for freshness and color.
- Serve: Serve the Greek feta dip immediately alongside whole grain pita chips for dipping or as an accompaniment to your favorite Mediterranean dishes.
Notes
- For a smoother texture, crumble the feta finely before mixing.
- Adjust lemon juice and zest according to your preferred tanginess.
- This dip can be refrigerated for up to 3 days; stir well before serving.
- Add a touch of garlic or a handful of fresh mint for a flavor variation.
- Great as a spread on sandwiches or wraps in addition to being a dip.
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