Creamy Whipped Feta Dip Recipe with Za’atar
A quick and easy Mediterranean-inspired dip featuring whipped feta cheese blended with cream cheese, Greek yogurt, and fragrant za’atar for a silky, tangy, and herby spread perfect for snacks and entertaining.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Snack
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces feta cheese, crumbled
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup Greek yogurt (full-fat or 2%)
- 2 tablespoons za’atar spice blend
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus extra for drizzling
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 small clove garlic, minced (optional)
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Chopped fresh parsley or mint for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Crumble the feta cheese into smaller chunks to help it blend smoothly. Ensure cream cheese is softened at room temperature.
- Add crumbled feta, cream cheese, Greek yogurt, minced garlic (if using), lemon juice, and 2 tablespoons za’atar into a food processor or high-speed blender.
- Pulse and then blend on medium-high speed until the mixture is creamy and whipped, stopping to scrape down the sides as needed.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with freshly ground black pepper and more za’atar if desired. If too thick, add a teaspoon of olive oil or a splash of water to loosen.
- Spoon the whipped feta dip into a serving bowl or jar. Drizzle with remaining olive oil and sprinkle extra za’atar and fresh herbs on top.
- Serve immediately with pita chips, fresh veggies, or crusty bread, or chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to meld flavors.
Notes
Use softened cream cheese and Greek yogurt at room temperature for best texture. Pulse before blending fully to avoid overheating. Adjust saltiness with lemon juice or yogurt if feta is very salty. Over-blending can make dip runny. Can be served immediately or chilled for better flavor. For vegan version, substitute dairy ingredients with plant-based alternatives and add nutritional yeast for umami.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 1
- Sodium: 250
- Fat: 7
- Saturated Fat: 3
- Carbohydrates: 2
- Fiber: 0.5
- Protein: 4
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