Creamy Spicy Feta Dip (Print)
A zesty Greek blend of whipped feta, spicy peppers, and creamy yogurt for an irresistible 10-minute appetizer.
# Ingredient list:
→ Dairy
01 - 7 oz feta cheese, crumbled
02 - 3.5 oz Greek yogurt, full-fat preferred
→ Vegetables & Peppers
03 - 1 medium red chili pepper, deseeded and finely chopped
04 - 1 small garlic clove, minced
→ Pantry
05 - 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
06 - 1 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
07 - ½ tsp dried oregano
08 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
→ Garnish
09 - Extra olive oil for drizzling
10 - Crushed red pepper flakes
11 - Chopped fresh parsley
# Directions:
01 - Place crumbled feta cheese, chopped chili pepper, minced garlic, and Greek yogurt in a medium mixing bowl.
02 - Mash ingredients together with a fork or pulse in a food processor until creamy while maintaining a slightly chunky texture.
03 - Pour in olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly until fully incorporated. Taste and adjust seasoning or heat level as preferred.
04 - Transfer the mixture to a serving bowl. Drizzle with additional olive oil and sprinkle with red pepper flakes and fresh parsley if desired.
05 - Serve immediately accompanied by warm pita bread, fresh vegetables, or as part of a mezze platter.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- The combination of cool creamy feta and bright pepper heat creates that perfect addictive flavor balance
- It takes literally ten minutes to make but tastes like something you worked over for hours
02 -
- The heat level varies wildly between fresh peppers so always start with less
- This dip actually tastes better after sitting for an hour so make it ahead
03 -
- Room temperature feta blends much more easily than cold straight from the fridge
- A food processor creates the silkiest texture but a fork gives you satisfying rustic bits