Jkawe

Mediterranean

Lemon Whipped Feta Dip

This Lemon Whipped Feta Dip is ready in under 10 minutes and delivers a creamy, tangy spread with bright lemon flavor and a finishing sprinkle of za'atar. Block feta and Greek yogurt are whipped together until silky smooth, then drizzled with olive oil the way we do it in my Lebanese kitchen. Serve it with pita, fresh vegetables, or crackers and it will be gone before you know it.

  • Prep10 min
  • Total10 min
  • Makes4 servings
  • Calories276
Lemon Whipped Feta Dip

Method

  1. 1

    Place the feta cheese, Greek yogurt, 2 Tablespoons olive oil, lemon juice and garlic in a food processor. Mix on medium for 3-4 minutes until whipped.

  2. 2

    Spread the whipped feta into a shallow bowl and smooth with a spatula.

  3. 3

    Drizzle the remaining extra virgin olive oil over the feta cheese, add the zest of 1/2 of a lemon and sprinkle za'atar or sumac for garnish.

  4. 4

    Serve with pita chips, pita bread, vegetables or crostini.

  5. 5

    Refrigerate the leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days.

Notes

There are a lot of great garnishes for this dip. Some I like are fresh herbs lke parsley or mint. Pine nuts or crispy chickpeas are a nice addition. Room temperature feta whips up smoother. Cold feta stays crumbly and doesn't fully incorporate. Pull it out of the fridge 20 to 30 minutes before you start and the texture will be noticeably silkier. Use block feta in brine for the creamiest result. Let the feta come to room temperature for 20 to 30 minutes before mixing. Za'atar is the traditional Lebanese garnish here and pairs beautifully with the lemon. Sumac works equally well. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Let sit at room temperature 10 to 15 minutes before serving.

Per serving

  • Carbs5 g
  • Protein11 g
  • Fat24 g
  • Fiber0.4 g

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