Easy Whipped Feta Dip Recipe

The salty, briny taste of feta brings so much to so many recipes. I really believe it is one of the most versatile cheeses in cooking. Crumble it over green leaves and roast beets for a simple yet delicious balsamic beetroot salad, throw it in the mix for super creamy mini frittatas or, top Cauliflower Hash Browns with it, or turn it into a fabulous dip.

Of all our dip recipes, this creamy feta dip has to be the most simple and possibly the most versatile. Learning how to make whipped feta will give you a world of new and deliciously simple recipes.

How to Serve and Ways to Use Whipped Feta

Garnishes and Flavour Variations

You can simply finish the dip with a drizzle of olive oil, but there are some toppings or garnishes that can lend a subtle flavour boost.

There is nothing like whipped feta with honey. Drizzle honey on top and serve it with a wine and cheese plate. Figs also make a great addition to the feta and honey combo.

Sprinkle with:

• Red pepper flakes for a bit of heat.
• Middle Eastern Dakkah for the nuttiness.
• Dill for an extra Greek flavour.
• Llemon zest or thin slices of lemon preserves add some fresh zest to the saltiness.

Serving Ideas

• Serve creamy whipped feta simply as a dip with warm pita bread, pita chips or crusty bread.
• It also makes a great dip for a crudité platter or a Mediterranean mezze plate
• Use it on bruschetta toasts topped with slow-roasted tomatoes or roasted red peppers and drizzle with olive oil.
• Whipped feta makes a great sandwich spread. Add it to raw veggie wraps to serve as a lunch wrap or cut into slices as an appetiser.
• Serve whipped feta as a side to a plate of slow roasted vegetables or even as a side to a plate of fruit like assorted melons, figs and strawberries. If serving with fruit, you may choose to leave the garlic out. You can add lemon zest and pepper or honey instead.
• Use creamy feta as a side to bbq meats, especially things like chicken and lamb kebabs or hamburgers.

Recipe

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Yield: 1 ½ cups

Whipped Feta Recipe

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Whip up this creamy whipped feta dip in under 10 minutes. Made with salty feta and creamy Greek Yoghurt, feta dip makes a fantastic appetiser, healthy snack, sandwich spread, bruschetta topping and so much more. See our tips for serving suggestions and flavour enhancing garnishes.

Prep Time 10 minutes

Total Time 10 minutes

Ingredients

• 8 oz (225 grams) Feta Cheese (in brine)
• ½ cup Plain Greek Yogurt
• 1 tablespoon brine or water (more if the dip is too thick)
• 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
• 2 cloves garlic (see note)
• Salt and pepper (to taste)

Instructions

1. Add all ingredients to a food processor and pulse on high until ingredients start to break down and become smooth.
2. Blend continuously on high until the feta becomes light and fluffy. 
3. If the whipped feta is still too thick, add a little more brine water. Use olive oil or water if you don’t have enough brine reserved.
4. Pour the dip into a serving dish, drizzle with olive oil.
5. Garnish with herbs, spices, honey or sesame seeds. (See recommendations)
6. Serve as a dip with pita bread, crackers, bread, raw vegetables or fruit slices. Or use as a sandwich spread or accompaniment to grilled meats.

Notes

Storage and Freezing

Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4-5 days. You can freeze whipped feta in airtight containers for 2-3 months. Defrost in the refrigerator overnight. Stir well before serving.

Garnish Recommendations

This dip is fine with just a drizzle of olive oil, but you can add a little flavour enhancer with some of the following garnishes.

• Whipped feta with a drizzle of honey.
• Chilli flakes for a bit of heat.
• Dried herbs such as dill
• Dukkah for nuttiness.
• Lemon zest or slices of preserved lemon for a bit of fresh zest.

Recipe Variation

You can roast the garlic – skin on in a little olive oil until soft for a more mellow, smokey sweet garlic flavour.

If serving with fruit such as a dip for watermelon or figs, you can leave the garlic out and opt for a little extra lemon zest and a drizzle of honey.

Nutrition Information:

Yield:

6

Serving Size:

1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 203Total Fat: 17gSaturated Fat: 8gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 38mgSodium: 300mgCarbohydrates: 2gFiber: 0gSugar: 1gProtein: 11g

Nutrition data provided here is only an estimate

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