Name: Whipped Feta Dip
Prep time: 8 min
Total time: 8 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Greek
Ingredients: 8 ounces feta cheese; 0.75 cup Greek yogurt; 1 lemon; 0.25 cup olive oil; 2 tablespoons pine nuts; 1 pinch red pepper flakes; 2 tablespoons mint

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Whipped Feta Dip

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Instructions

To the bowl of a food processor, add 8 ounces feta cheese, ¾ cup Greek yogurt and zest of 1 lemon. Secure lid and run on low while drizzling in 2 tablespoons olive oil.

Stop to scrape down sides, as needed. Continue to blend for about 1 to 2 minutes, until mixture is mostly smooth and fluffy. Use the back of a spoon to swirl onto a plate or platter.

Drizzle on 2 tablespoons olive oil. Sprinkle with 2 tablespoons pine nuts, pinch of red pepper flakes and 2 tablespoons chopped mint.

Serve with fresh-cut vegetables, crackers, pita or toasted baguette.

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Chill Your Feta First 🧊
Freeze feta cheese for 15 minutes before blending to achieve an ultra-creamy, light texture that whips up beautifully without becoming gluey or dense.
Balance Lemon Juice Carefully 🍋
Add lemon juice gradually while blending and taste between additions—too much will curdle the feta, while too little misses the bright acidity that defines this dip.
Toast Pine Nuts for Depth 🔆
Lightly toast pine nuts in a dry pan for 2-3 minutes before adding to the dip to unlock their nutty, rich flavor and prevent them from becoming soggy.
Reserve Mint for Finishing ✨
Save half your fresh mint to stir in at the very end rather than blending it all—this preserves vibrant color, fresh aroma, and prevents the herb from becoming bitter.
Infuse Oil with Red Pepper Flakes 🌶️
Warm your olive oil gently with red pepper flakes for 1-2 minutes before drizzling on top to bloom the spice and create a flavorful, aromatic finishing layer.