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Creamy Feta Dip

Creamy Feta Dip

Elevate your next gathering with this simple yet incredibly flavorful Creamy Feta Dip. This recipe offers a quick and easy way to create a crowd-pleasing appetizer that’s both rich and satisfying for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
Chill Time Before Serving 20 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Course: Appetizer, Dip
Cuisine: Mediterranean-inspired
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 8 ounces feta cheese, crumbled If your feta is in a block, crumble it evenly using your fingers or a fork.
  • 4 ounces cream cheese, softened Ensure your cream cheese has been left out at room temperature for at least 30 minutes to an hour.
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil plus more for drizzling.
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped plus more for garnish.
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped plus more for garnish.
  • 1 pinch red pepper flakes (optional)
  • to taste salt
  • to taste freshly ground black pepper
  • for serving: pita bread, crackers, fresh vegetables (cucumber slices, bell pepper strips, carrot sticks)

Equipment

  • Medium-sized bowl
  • Food processor or sturdy whisk
  • Serving bowl
  • Airtight container

Method
 

  1. In a medium-sized bowl, add the crumbled feta cheese. If your feta is in a block, crumble it evenly using your fingers or a fork. Set aside.
    8 ounces feta cheese, crumbled
  2. Ensure your cream cheese has been left out at room temperature for at least 30 minutes to an hour. This will make it much easier to blend smoothly. Place the softened cream cheese into the same bowl as the feta.
    4 ounces cream cheese, softened, 8 ounces feta cheese, crumbled
  3. Drizzle in the 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil, add the minced garlic clove, and pour in the fresh lemon juice.
    2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, 1 clove garlic, minced, 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  4. Using a food processor or a sturdy whisk, begin to blend the ingredients together. If using a food processor, pulse until the mixture begins to come together. If using a whisk, vigorously stir and mash the ingredients until they start to combine into a cohesive spread.
  5. Add the chopped fresh dill and parsley to the mixture. If you like a little heat, sprinkle in the pinch of red pepper flakes.
    2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped, 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped, 1 pinch red pepper flakes
  6. Continue processing or whisking until the dip is exceptionally creamy and well-combined, with the herbs evenly distributed. Scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed. Taste and season with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Feta cheese is salty, so you may not need much salt, if any. Adjust seasonings to your preference.
    to taste salt, to taste freshly ground black pepper
  7. Transfer the Creamy Feta Dip to a serving bowl. Drizzle a little extra virgin olive oil over the top and garnish with extra fresh dill and parsley. Serve immediately with your favorite accompaniments.
    2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped, 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped, for serving: pita bread, crackers, fresh vegetables (cucumber slices, bell pepper strips, carrot sticks)

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. Remove from the refrigerator 15-20 minutes before serving to soften. Reheating is not recommended.