Spinach and Pepperoncini Baked Feta Dip Recipe
A savory and tangy spinach and pepperoncini baked feta dip, combining creamy feta, tangy pepperoncini, and fresh spinach baked to bubbly perfection with melted mozzarella. Perfectly paired with pita chips, crostini, or fresh veggies for a delicious appetizer or snack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 28 minutes
- Total Time: 43 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 (8-oz.) block feta cheese
- 1 (12-16 oz.) bag frozen spinach, thawed and drained
- 1 cup plain whole-milk Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise (preferably avocado oil mayo)
- 2 garlic cloves, grated
- A generous pinch crushed red pepper flakes
- 1 cup sliced pepperoncini peppers, roughly chopped
- 1 1/2 cups grated fresh mozzarella cheese, divided
- Non-stick cooking spray or oil for greasing pan
For Serving
- Homemade or store-bought pita chips
- Crostini
- Seeded crackers
- Raw veggies (such as carrot sticks, cucumber slices)
Instructions
- Prepare Oven and Dish: Preheat your oven to 400ºF. Grease an 8×8-inch baking dish or a small cast iron skillet with non-stick cooking spray or a light coating of oil to prevent sticking.
- Prepare Feta and Spinach Mixture: Place the block of feta cheese in a large mixing bowl and crumble it finely using a fork. Take the thawed spinach, place it in a clean kitchen towel, and squeeze out as much excess water as possible to avoid sogginess. Add the dried spinach to the bowl with feta. Then add the Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, grated garlic, crushed red pepper flakes, chopped pepperoncini peppers, and 1 cup of the shredded mozzarella cheese. Mix everything thoroughly to combine into a creamy, well-integrated dip mixture.
- Assemble and Bake: Transfer the prepared mixture into the greased baking dish, spreading it evenly. Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup of mozzarella cheese evenly over the top. Place the dish in the oven and bake for 26 to 30 minutes until the dip is bubbly and the edges turn golden brown.
- Optional Broiling for Extra Browning: For a deeper golden crust, switch your oven to broil during the last 2 minutes of baking. Watch carefully to avoid burning.
- Serve Warm: Remove from oven and serve the dip warm alongside pita chips, crostini, seeded crackers, or fresh vegetable sticks for dipping.
Notes
- Be sure to wring out the spinach thoroughly to prevent the dip from becoming watery.
- Adjust the amount of pepperoncini peppers depending on your desired level of tang and heat.
- The dip can be prepared ahead; assemble it and refrigerate before baking.
- For a lighter version, use low-fat yogurt and mayonnaise substitutes.
- Serve immediately for best texture and flavor—reheating may affect the creamy consistency.
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