Salty, tangy, creamy, and bright, this whipped feta dip is a simple Mediterranean-inspired appetizer made with feta cheese, Greek yogurt, fresh lemon juice, and dill. It is smooth enough for dipping, bold enough to serve as a spread, and ready in just a few minutes.
If you love feta cheese, this easy whipped feta dip is a recipe worth keeping close. It has the salty bite feta is known for, but the Greek yogurt softens the texture and helps turn it into a creamy, scoopable dip. Fresh lemon juice adds a clean tangy finish, while dill gives it a fresh herb flavor that works beautifully with pita bread, cucumbers, and other crisp vegetables.
This is the kind of recipe that fits almost anywhere. Serve it as a quick snack, add it to a lunch plate with sliced vegetables, or put it out as a simple appetizer when you want something flavorful without much effort. Because it uses only four main ingredients and comes together in a food processor, it is especially helpful when you need a last-minute dip that still tastes fresh and homemade.
The texture can be adjusted to suit your preference. Start with the smaller amount of Greek yogurt for a thicker whipped feta spread, or add more yogurt if you prefer a lighter, softer dip. Either way, the result is savory, refreshing, and perfect for scooping with toasted pita or sliced cucumber.
How to make it
To make this whipped feta dip, gather your feta cheese, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, and fresh dill. These simple ingredients create a dip that is creamy, salty, bright, and full of flavor without needing a long list of extras.
Add all of the ingredients to a food processor. Using a food processor helps break down the feta and blend it smoothly with the Greek yogurt. If your feta is quite firm, give the mixture a little extra time to blend so the dip becomes as smooth as possible.
Blend until the dip is smooth and creamy. If it seems too thick, add a little more Greek yogurt and blend again until it reaches the consistency you like. Taste the dip after blending so you can decide whether the texture is right for serving with pita, crackers, or fresh vegetables.
Transfer the whipped feta dip to a serving bowl and enjoy it with toasted pita, sliced cucumber, or your favorite raw vegetables. Cucumbers are especially good with this dip because their cool crunch balances the salty, tangy feta.
Helpful Info
This whipped feta dip recipe calls for ½ to ¾ cup of Greek yogurt. For the best texture, begin with ½ cup. If the dip is thicker than you want, add more yogurt a little at a time and blend until smooth.
Fresh feta is the best choice for this recipe. As feta ages, it can become a little grainy, which may affect the final texture of the dip. Using fresher feta helps create a creamier, smoother result.
For a different flavor, leave out the dill and finish the dip with a drizzle of honey and chopped walnuts. This gives the whipped feta a sweeter, richer topping while still keeping the recipe simple.
Want more fresh and tasty recipe ideas? Save this whipped feta dip for easy snacks, appetizers, and vegetable platters.
More Recipes You’ll Love
If you enjoy this whipped feta dip, you may also like other homemade dips that are easy to serve with vegetables, pita, crackers, or chips:
- Curry Dip
- Hot Spinach and Artichoke Dip
- Chickpea Hummus
- Taco Dip
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Whipped Feta Dip
Equipment
Ingredients:
- 10 ounces feta cheese
- 1⁄2 -3⁄4 cups Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
Instructions
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Place the feta cheese, Greek yogurt, fresh dill, and lemon juice in a food processor. Blend until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
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If the dip is too thick, add a little more Greek yogurt and blend again until it reaches your preferred consistency.
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Serve with toasted pita, sliced cucumber, or fresh vegetables.
Nutrition
* Nutritional information is calculated using online tools and may not be 100% accurate.