Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces feta cheese, crumbled
- 3/4 cup whole milk Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil (plus more for serving)
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 garlic clove
- Aleppo pepper or red pepper flakes (for garnish)
- Chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)
- Pita bread, baguette, or fresh veggies (for serving)
Instructions
- Prep the ingredients: Crumble the feta, squeeze the lemon, and peel the garlic so everything is ready to go.
- Add to blender or processor: Add feta, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, garlic, and 2 tablespoons olive oil to the bowl of a blender or food processor.
- Pulse then blend: Pulse and then blend on medium until smooth, scraping down the sides as needed.
- Adjust the texture: If too thick, blend in a teaspoon of water or more olive oil until the desired creaminess is reached; season to taste.
- Serve and garnish: Transfer to a bowl, drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle Aleppo pepper and parsley, and serve with pita or veggies.
Notes
Use whole milk Greek yogurt for the creamiest texture and best flavor. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3–4 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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