Whipped Feta Dip
Total Time
15 Minutes
Rating
4.79 out of 5 stars
(131)
Ingredients
~1½ cups
- 1 8-oz block feta cheese
- ½ cup sour cream
- ½ cup mayonnaise, best quality such as Hellman's or Duke's
- Zest from 1 lemon (about 1 teaspoon, packed)
- 1 small clove garlic, chopped
- ¼ teaspoon dried dill
- ¼ teaspoon dried oregano
- ¼ teaspoon dried thyme
- ⅛ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- ⅛ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, plus more for serving
- Toasted sesame seeds
- Extra virgin olive oil, for drizzling
- Toasted pita wedges (or pita chips) and/or sliced vegetables
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Preparation
Step 1
Combine all of the ingredients in a food processor or blender and process until smooth. Taste and adjust seasoning, if necessary.
Step 2
Transfer to a serving bowl and use a small spoon to create a swirl on the surface of the dip.
Step 3
Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds and crushed red pepper flakes, if using.
Step 4
MAKE AHEAD: This dip can be made up to 3 days ahead of time and stored in a covered container in the refrigerator. It will stiffen up in the fridge to a spread-like consistency, so be sure to let it sit at room temperature for about an hour before serving.
Step 5
To make the toasted pita wedges: Preheat the oven to 350°F. Brush the pita bread on both sides with olive oil and sprinkle with a pinch of salt. Cut into wedges, then arrange on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake for about 10 minutes until lightly toasted.
Step 6
To make the toasted sesame seeds: In a small pan over medium heat, cook the sesame seeds, stirring frequently, until golden, a few minutes. Watch carefully as they are quick to burn.
Step 7
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