Creamy Whipped Feta Dip with Roasted Red Peppers
A quick and easy creamy whipped feta dip blended with roasted red peppers, perfect for entertaining and casual snacking. This dip balances bold flavors with a smooth, airy texture and is a crowd-pleaser at any gathering.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces (225 g) feta cheese, crumbled (preferably block feta)
- 1 cup (about 150 g) roasted red peppers, drained and roughly chopped
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml) Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml) extra virgin olive oil
- 1 clove garlic, minced (optional)
- 1 teaspoon (5 ml) fresh lemon juice
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley or dill (optional)
- Salt, optional depending on feta saltiness
Instructions
- Crumble 8 ounces (225 g) of feta cheese into chunks and drain 1 cup (about 150 g) of roasted red peppers well to avoid watery dip. Rough chop the peppers for easier blending.
- Add the feta, roasted red peppers, 2 tablespoons (30 ml) of extra virgin olive oil, 2 tablespoons (30 ml) of Greek yogurt, 1 teaspoon (5 ml) of fresh lemon juice, and 1 minced garlic clove (if using) into the food processor bowl.
- Pulse the mixture a few times to break down the peppers, then blend continuously for about 30-45 seconds until the mixture becomes smooth and fluffy. Stop and scrape down the sides with a spatula as needed to get everything blended evenly.
- Taste and add freshly ground black pepper and salt if needed. Pulse a few more times to incorporate.
- Transfer the dip into a mixing bowl and gently fold in 1 tablespoon of chopped fresh parsley or dill for color and freshness.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld together before serving.
Notes
Use block feta for a smoother texture. Drain feta and roasted red peppers well to avoid watery dip. Pulse rather than overblend to prevent gummy texture. Chill for at least 30 minutes to enhance flavor and texture. Garlic is optional but recommended for a subtle kick. For dairy-free, substitute feta with firm tofu and use dairy-free yogurt.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 1
- Sodium: 210
- Fat: 7
- Saturated Fat: 3
- Carbohydrates: 2
- Fiber: 0.5
- Protein: 3
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