Whipped Feta Dip
This whipped feta dip is creamy, tangy, and incredibly easy to make—no cooking required. Made with briny feta, Greek yogurt, olive oil, and lemon, it blends into a light yet flavorful dip that’s perfect for entertaining, snack boards, or everyday meals. Elegant, versatile, and ready in minutes.
Ingredients
- Main Ingredients
- 8 oz block feta cheese in brine, crumbled
- ½ cup full-fat Greek yogurt
- Flavor Base & Enhancers
- 2 –3 tablespoons olive oil plus more for drizzling
- 1 –2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 small clove garlic minced
- Pantry Staples
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- Salt to taste (usually not needed)
Instructions
- Prep
- Crumble feta cheese.
- Juice lemon and mince garlic.
- Blend
- Add feta, Greek yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and black pepper to a food processor.
- Blend for 1–2 minutes, scraping down sides as needed.
- Adjust & Finish
- Continue blending until smooth, creamy, and fluffy.
- Taste and adjust lemon juice or pepper if needed.
- Serve
- Transfer to a serving bowl.
- Drizzle with olive oil and chill for 10–15 minutes if desired, or serve immediately.
Notes
- Use block feta—not pre-crumbled—for the smoothest texture.
- If the dip is too thick, blend in a tablespoon of olive oil or yogurt.
- Feta is salty, so taste before adding any salt.