Description
Imagine the most luxuriously smooth, tangy, and utterly irresistible dip that transforms any gathering into an unforgettable culinary experience! This whipped feta dip is pure magic in a bowl – silky, cloud-like feta cheese whipped to perfection with just the right balance of creamy richness and Mediterranean brightness. In just 2 minutes, you’ll create a show-stopping appetizer that will have your guests scraping the bowl clean and begging for the recipe.
Ingredients
For the Whipped Feta Base:
- 7 ounces high-quality feta cheese (about 200 grams)
- ½ cup sour cream
- 2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 garlic clove, crushed
- 1 pinch freshly cracked black pepper
For Garnish & Serving:
- Extra virgin olive oil for drizzling
- Red pepper flakes
- Fresh dill or parsley sprigs
- Warm pita chips or fresh vegetables
Instructions
Prepare: Ensure your feta cheese is at room temperature for easier blending. Crush the garlic clove using a garlic press or fine microplane for maximum flavor release.
② Blend to Perfection: Add the feta cheese, sour cream, olive oil, crushed garlic, and black pepper to your food processor. Process continuously for 60-90 seconds until the mixture transforms into an incredibly smooth, cloud-like consistency with no lumps remaining.
③ Adjust Consistency: Taste and evaluate the texture. If the dip seems too thick for your preference, gradually add more sour cream (1 tablespoon at a time) or olive oil until you achieve that perfect, spreadable consistency.
④ Finish & Serve: Transfer the whipped feta to a beautiful serving bowl and create an attractive well in the center with the back of a spoon. Drizzle with golden olive oil, sprinkle with red pepper flakes, and garnish with fresh herb sprigs. Serve immediately with warm pita chips, crisp vegetables, or artisanal crackers.
Notes
For an extra layer of complexity and Mediterranean authenticity, add a teaspoon of fresh lemon zest and a squeeze of lemon juice to brighten the flavors. You can also make this dip even more luxurious by substituting half the sour cream with high-quality Greek yogurt for added tanginess and a lighter texture. This dip actually tastes even better after 30 minutes of resting, as the flavors meld together beautifully!
- Prep Time: 2 mins
- Cook Time: 2 mins
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 52 kcal (3%)
- Sugar: 0.2 g
- Sodium: 144 mg (6%)
- Fat: 2 g (13%)
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 1 g
- Fiber: 0.02 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg (5%)