Greek Whipped Feta Dip is an excellent starter for any occasion! Made with just 4 ingredients and a few spices, this appetizer dip recipe is simple to make and great for sharing.
What You’ll Need
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. As you can see here, I sliced heirloom grape tomatoes in half and added 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.
Make It!
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.
- Slice cherry tomatoes (or your favorite tomatoes) into bite-sized pieces. Sprinkle those along one side of the dip in a crescent moon shape.
- Sprinkle capers on top of the tomatoes. Drizzle with olive oil, and add fresh dill leaves for garnish before serving with your favorite dippers.
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- Salt – Feta cheese brings its own saltiness to the table but we add a pinch more just to round it all out.
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- Seasoning – Pepper is all you need to add a subtle heat. But if you want to make it spicy, stir in some harissa, cayenne pepper powder, or red pepper flakes.
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- Sauces – Olive oil and lemon add those classic Mediterranean flavors to the dip.
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- Swaps – If feta isn’t your thing you can use goat cheese instead.
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- Senses – This irresistibly creamy dip provides the perfect textural contrast when it’s combined with crunchy dippers.
Tasty Companions
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.
Storage and Freezing
This dip is perfect for making ahead for a party or just to use all week long.
How to Store
You can store leftover Greek feta dip in an airtight storage container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
Can I Freeze Whipped Feta Dip?
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.
More Easy Dip Recipes
There is no easier appetizer than a dip you can quickly throw together and serve with dippers. Here are a few of our favorites.
Whipped Feta Dip
Equipment
Ingredients
- 8 oz. (2 cups) crumbled feta cheese
- ½ cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice , freshly squeezed
- Kosher salt and black pepper , to taste
Dippers
- Pita chips
- Carrot sticks
- Celery
- Mini cucumber slices
- Raw vegetables , like sugar snap peas and bell pepper slices
Instructions
- Combine the 8 oz. (2 cups) crumbled feta cheese, ½ cup plain Greek yogurt, 2 tablespoons olive oil and 1 tablespoon lemon juice in the base of a food processor or a blender.
- Blend until combined. If you want the dip to be smoother, blend until smooth.
- Taste and season with Kosher salt and black pepper, 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.
- Garnish with the chopped tomatoes and capers. Drizzle with olive oil and add fresh dill for display, 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!!