What is feta dip made of?

All you do is blend feta, cream cheese, a smidge of garlic, lemon zest and olive oil in a food processor, then spread it on a plate and sprinkle/drizzle with toppings. It all just takes a lazy 30 seconds.

Why is my whipped feta runny?

Your whipped feta dip could become runny if it's been over blended . While it's tempting to continue blending to achieve a completely smooth dip, doing so can damage the protein structure in the cheese and prevent it from holding the air that gives a whipped texture.

What is the difference between feta and Greek feta?

French Feta is made with Lacaune sheep's milk (if you remember, that's the sheep breed used for Roquefort production). It has a softer and creamier texture that Greek Feta and a milder, less tangy flavor (though it's sharper than Israeli Feta).

How do you make dip thicker?

Combine equal parts cornstarch and cold water. Stir together until smooth. Pour into your sauce and cook over medium heat, stirring continually, until the sauce reaches your desired consistency. Test the sauce with a spoon.

How can I thicken my whipped feta?

You'll notice here the consistency of the whipped feta, and it's your chance to thin it out with extra Greek yogurt and olive oil, or thicken it out with extra feta cheese . Keep processing your feta dip until it's fluffy and super creamy, and feel free to taste so you can adjust seasoning.

Why does my feta taste weird?

If your feta tastes overly piquant, bitter, rancid, or otherwise unbalanced, it's past its prime .

How to make feta melty?

Add a small amount of preferably full milk to your jar and drop in your feta. You can use skim or 2% if you prefer. Now turn your stove on to medium heat and allow water to boil. As it heats up, stir it constantly.

What exactly is feta cheese?

Feta is a white cheese typically made from sheep's milk or a combination of sheep's and goat's milk . The goat's milk is responsible for the firmness of the cheese. The more goat's milk it has, the firmer it gets.

What is feta cheese soaked in?

Feta is a white crumbly cheese traditionally made of sheep's or goat's milk. It's cured and stored in brine (a solution of salt dissolved in water) , but once opened, it can dry out or spoil quickly. To make it last longer, here's how to make your own brine.

Is feta the same as Queso?

The difference between the two comes down to origin: Queso Fresco comes out of Spain and Mexico, while feta comes from Greece . Both kinds of cheese are mild, crumbly, and soft. That said, feta can sometimes be a bit saltier than its Mexican counterpart.

Are feta cheese good for you?

While feta cheese provides you with an excellent source of nutrients like calcium and protein, it also contains high amounts of sodium and saturated fat . Feta is lower in fat than many other cheeses, however, and is considered a reasonable option to eat in moderation.

Whipped Lemon Feta Dip Recipe - 6 Ingredients (2024)

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One quick warning about this lemon feta dip…it’s slightly addicting! My whipped feta dip recipe is a fluffy spread made of feta and cream cheeses along with some flavor boosters like lemon juice and zest, garlic, and olive oil. (My lemon risotto is also made with this bright combo!) Serve up the feta cheese dip with plenty of air fryer pita chips, veggies, and some kalamata olives on the side. And if you want to turn it into a meal? Add Greek lamb meatballs and a simple Greek salad or try these lamb tacos that feature this delicious spread.

If snack-y appetizers are your jam (seriously, my favorite type of meal!), be sure to try my baked brie with fig jam, shrimp ceviche, chili cheese dip, Greek Mezze platter, ranch chex mix, smoked salmon dip, or a charcuterie board (I have Trader Joe’s cheese board, Mediterranean charcuterie board, and Costco cheese board options) next.

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Cheese is kind of my thing. Friends know that if they come over, they can always count on a good cheese board. (And if you want to learn how to build a gorgeous cheese plate, check out this post and video!)

Family knows that at a get-together, you can find me at the cheese plate.

I think it’s in my blood. I was born and raised in Wisconsin, fondly known as America’s Dairyland, and I grew up drinking milk, eating yogurt and snacking oncheese and crackers on a daily basis. Oh, and playing on dairy farms. Just like my mom, it would be a bad day if my fridge had less than three varieties of cheese at any given time. (And parmesan doesn’t count, that is a staple food, not an “eating” cheese.)

Let’s get to this whipped feta dip, shall we?

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Ingredients in Whipped Feta Dip

This recipe for feta dip can be made with just 6 ingredients:

What Kind of Feta Cheese Should I Use?

Great question! I recommend using feta cheese that is in a block, preferably in a brine. I’ve found this has the MOST flavor and stays fresh, without drying out. It will also keep much longer in your fridge as the brine will keep it from going bad.

Crumbles are ok for salads (though I would still argue for block!), but block will give this spicy feta dip the best flavor.

How to Make Feta Cheese Dip:

This zesty feta dip is ready in just 10 minutes! Here are the simple steps to make it:

Saute garlic. Heat oil over low heat and saute garlic until it starts to sizzle, about 1-2 minutes. Remove from heat and add red pepper flakes to oil.

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TIP: Cook over low heat so you don’t burn the garlic.

Process cheeses. In a food processor, pulse together cream cheese and feta cheese until smooth. Add the rest of the olive oil, lemon juice and zest, and garlic oil to processor and pulse again until combined.

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Plate feta dip. Spread feta spread mixture onto a plate or bowl and top with chives, red pepper flakes, and a drizzle of olive oil.

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What to Serve with Feta Dip Recipe

It’s great for appetizer spreads (add it to my Greek mezze platter!) or as a feta spread for sandwiches layered with turkey, cucumber slices, and fresh sprouts. Or keep it simple and enjoy this lemon feta dip with veggies, air fryer pita crackers, roasted grape tomatoes, and some kalamata olives on the side.

It’s one of those dips that works with anything and everything.

How to Store Leftover Lemon Feta Dip:

Store any leftover dip in the refrigerator for 3-4 days.

Can you freeze feta dip?

I would not recommend freezing this recipe for feta dip as cheese can change texture during the freezing/thawing process and you want your dip smooth, not chunky!

More Easy Appetizer Recipes:

If you like this feta dip with cream cheese, you might also like some of these other appetizer recipes:

Best Trader Joe’s Cheese Board – DIY your cheese board with these simple steps and two price options.
Costco Cheese Board – If Costco is more your style, this DIY cheeseboard guide is for you. Two price options!
Ranch Chex Mix – The classic snack mix gets ranch treatment.
Dill Veggie Dip – Better than store bought and ready in minutes. You probably have everything you need to make it already.
Smoked Gouda Dip – This Whole Foods copycat is spicy, smoky, and slightly addicting.
Chili Cheese Dip – Just 3 ingredients and one of the first things to go at a party!
Spicy Hummus Dip – Made with fresh jalapenos and fresh lemon juice, this is a delicious twist on classic hummus.
Sliders – Everyone loves sliders – I’ve got meatball sliders, turkey sliders, and buffalo chicken sliders.

Food Processor – No matter if you’re making whipped feta dip, hummus, or pesto, you need a food processor. I’ve had this one for 10+ years and still love it.
Citrus Juicer – The fastest way to get every. last. drop. of juice out of the lemon.
Microplane Zester – One of my favorite kitchen tools, use this to zest the lemon and mince the garlic for this lemon feta dip with cream cheese. It’s perfect for garlic as you won’t have any large chunks.

Whipped Lemon Feta Dip Recipe

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Author: Emily Dingmann from myeverydaytable.com
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
Yield: 8 servings 1x
Category: Appetizer
Method: Stove
Cuisine: Mediterranean

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EASY whipped lemon feta dip recipe is ready in just 10 min! Serve this feta cheese dip with pita chips and veggies. It’s delish!

Ingredients

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4 Tbsp. olive oil, divided
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 tsp. red pepper flakes
8 oz. cream cheese
8 oz. block of feta cheese
1/2 lemon: zested and juiced
garnish: minced chives, red pepper flakes, olive oil

Instructions

Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over low heat in a small pan. Add minced garlic and heat until garlic starts to sizzle, about 2 minutes. (Careful not to burn the garlic!)
Remove from heat and add red pepper flakes to oil.
In a processor, pulse together cream cheese and feta cheese until smooth.
Add the remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil, juice and zest from lemon and garlic oil to processor and pulse again until combined.
Spread onto a plate or bowl and top with garnishes if desired.