Spicy Feta Dip Recipe
This Spicy Feta Dip is a creamy, tangy, and slightly sweet appetizer made by blending roasted red peppers, feta cheese, Greek yogurt, and a hint of sugar, then finished with a drizzle of olive oil and optional red pepper flakes for a kick. Perfect for serving chilled with crackers, pita bread, or fresh vegetables, it offers a delicious Mediterranean-inspired flavor that’s easy to prepare in minutes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: About 2 cups 1x
- Category: Dip
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Dip Ingredients
- 1 cup roasted red peppers (large dice)
- 16 ounces feta cheese (cut into large chunks)
- ¾ cup plain Greek yogurt (recommended: whole milk)
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional – for spice)
Instructions
- Prepare ingredients: Gather the roasted red peppers, feta cheese chunks, plain Greek yogurt, and granulated sugar to assemble them for processing.
- Initial blending: Add the roasted red peppers, feta cheese, Greek yogurt, and sugar to the bowl of a food processor. Pulse the mixture for 10-15 seconds to begin combining the ingredients gently.
- Incorporate olive oil: With the food processor running continuously, slowly pour in the extra virgin olive oil. This gradual addition helps to emulsify the dip, creating a smooth, creamy texture.
- Blend until smooth: Continue processing the mixture until it becomes a uniform and creamy dip without large chunks remaining.
- Add spice and chill: Transfer the dip into a serving bowl, stir in the red pepper flakes if you desire extra heat, cover the bowl, and refrigerate the dip for at least one hour to allow the flavors to meld and the dip to chill.
- Serve: Serve the chilled dip as an appetizer or snack alongside fresh vegetables, pita bread, or crackers for dipping.
Notes
- Using whole milk Greek yogurt will add creaminess; low-fat yogurt can be substituted but may affect texture.
- Adjust the amount of red pepper flakes to your preferred spice level or omit them entirely for a milder dip.
- Roasted red peppers can be purchased jarred or homemade for best flavor.
- For a smoother dip, blend longer but be careful not to over-process and heat the mixture.
- Store leftover dip in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
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