Creamy Whipped Feta

This creamy and tangy dip gets topped with tart and sweet sun-dried tomatoes, pine nuts, and parsley to make a delicious party appetizer that everyone will love. This is not only a tasty dip for veggies or crackers, it is fantastic served in a pita with grilled chicken or pork. Use high-quality feta and olive oil for best results.

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Total Time: 15 mins
• Calories: 122 Calories

Ingredients

• ½ teaspoon lemon zest
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
• 1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
• 1 tablespoon pine nuts
• freshly ground black pepper to taste
• ¾ cup Greek yogurt
• 8 ounces chopped feta cheese
• 1 tablespoon minced oil-packed dried tomatoes

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Combine feta cheese, Greek yogurt, garlic, lemon zest, and black pepper in a food processor. Pulse several times to combine. With motor running, slowly drizzle in 2 tablespoons olive oil until dip is smooth and creamy, approximately 1 minute, scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed.

Step 2

Transfer mixture to a bowl or onto a plate and top with sun-dried tomatoes, pine nuts, and parsley. Drizzle with remaining olive oil and serve.