Whipped feta dip somehow feels both effortless and a little fancy. Toss a few ingredients into the food processor, give it a minute, and suddenly you have something creamy, salty, tangy and dramatic enough to make a plate of raw vegetables feel like they got invited to a much better party.
Why You’ll Love This Whipped Feta Dip
Feels impressive while staying easy to make. This is the kind of appetizer that tastes like something you ordered out, but it only needs a handful of ingredients and a blender or food processor.
Balanced flavors. The Greek yogurt softens the saltiness of the feta, the lemon brightens it, and the olive oil helps everything blend into a dip that feels smooth and scoopable instead of dense.
Lots of options for dippers. Once it is in the fridge, it becomes the kind of dip you want with vegetables, crackers, crostini, grilled meats, sandwiches, or even dolloped onto grain bowls.
Ingredients for Whipped Feta Dip
You don’t need a lot of ingredients to make this Whipped Feta Dip, which makes it all that more enticing. A full list of ingredients with measurements is available in the printable recipe card below.
- Feta cheese — this is the most important ingredient of the dip. There is no replacement. You can purchase it in a block or crumbled. If you purchase it in brine, take the cheese out of the brine and pat it dry with a paper towel. I do not recommend using lower fat or nonfat feta cheese.
- Olive oil — or extra virgin olive oil, if you prefer
- Plain Greek yogurt — this adds some creamy tartness to the dip. Do not use traditional yogurt because it will affect the texture.
- Lemon juice — freshly squeezed is best, but also fresh lemon zest can add a zing too.
- Seasonings —kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper add extra flavor to this dip after it has been made. Season to taste. If the dip is bitter to your tastebuds, add ½ teaspoon of honey after tasting to balance.
Garnish the dip with your favorite toppings. Some favorites are heirloom grape tomatoes in half and capers, as well as a drizzle of olive oil and fresh dill, but you can garnish it any way you see fit! Infused olive oil, preserved lemons or garlic confit can also elevate it.
How to Make Whipped Feta Dip (Step-by-Step)
This creamy dip is literally as easy as 1, 2, 3!
- Add ingredients to food processor. In the food processor or in a blender, combine the feta cheese with olive oil, yogurt and lemon juice.
- Blend. Blitz the ingredients until just combined. Blending the dip for too long can result in a runnier dip, which is equally as delicious but it does not dip as well.
- Taste and season. Give the dip a taste and season with salt and pepper, if desired.
- Pour the dip into a bowl for serving. I recommend using one that is wider than it is deep to where you have a large surface area to garnish.
- Garnish. Top with shelled pistachios and d drizzle of honey or homemade hot honey.
How to Serve Whipped Feta Dip
There’s nearly nothing that this dip doesn’t pair well with! Grab fresh veggies like carrots or celery, crispy crackers, or warm naan, and dunk them right in.
You don’t need to reserve this just for dipping though! Spread it on burgers, sandwiches, and paninis or add a dollop to your scrambled eggs.
Chef Tips
I’ve made this whipped feta dip in my test kitchen to be able to bring you these easy tips and tricks.
- Blot the feta dry first. This is smart because it keeps extra moisture from thinning the dip unnecessarily.
- Use full-fat Greek yogurt. That gives the dip a creamier, richer finish and helps it hold up better after chilling.
- Blend just until creamy. Over-blending can make the texture looser than you want and can flatten the feta flavor too much.
- Use a little honey only if you need it. This is a great balancing trick if the feta or olive oil tastes a little bitter.
- Chill before serving. The flavor settles and the texture firms slightly after a short rest in the fridge.
Storage and Freezing
This dip is perfect for making ahead for a party or just to use all week long.
Storage: You can store leftover Greek feta dip in an airtight storage container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
Freezing: I do not recommend freezing this dip. A dish like this is best enjoyed within a couple days of making.
Frequently Asked Questions
This recipe combines feta cheese with Greek yogurt, olive oil, and lemon juice.
It goes with a lot of things, like pita chips, sandwiches or wraps, and raw vegetables, like carrots, celery, cucumbers, and more.
No. It does not need to be rinsed. That would also introduce more liquid to the dip, which we do not want.
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Whipped Feta Dip Recipe
Equipment
Ingredients
- 8 ounces block feta cheese
- ½ cup plain Greek yogurt (full fat)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice , freshly squeezed
- 1/2 teaspoon coarse Kosher salt
- 1-2 tablespoons pistachios , shelled
- 1-2 tablespoons honey
Dippers
- Pita chips
- Carrot sticks
- Celery
- Mini cucumber slices
- Raw vegetables , like sugar snap peas and bell pepper slices
Instructions
- Blot the feta dry using a paper towel.
- Combine the 8 ounces block feta cheese, ½ cup plain Greek yogurt (full fat), 1 tablespoon olive oil and 1 tablespoon lemon juice in the base of a food processor or a blender.
- Pulse or blend on low until combined. Add more olive oil if not creamy. Do not over blend.
- Taste and season with 1/2 teaspoon coarse Kosher salt , if desired.
- If the dip is too bitter for you, consider adding ½ teaspoon of honey to balance it out. (Add it to taste, so add a little, taste, then add more if desired.)
- Pour into a serving bowl and chill for 30 minutes.
- Drizzle with additional olive oil, pistachios and/or honey if desired, and add then enjoy with your favorite dippers!
- If you've tried this recipe come back and let us know how it was in the comments or star ratings.
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Love how creamy and smooth this delicious dip is. Can’t wait to start dipping!
Love how simple and delicious the dip is, and the spread looks beautiful. Thanks for sharing.
This Greek feta dip elevates any dish. It’s the perfect addition to any appetizer spread. It is absolutely delicious! Thank you for sharing this kind of recipe. Amazing!
Finger licking good!!