Description
This Spicy Feta Dip is a bold and creamy dip made with roasted garlic, jalapeño, and tangy feta. Serve it with pita chips, warm bread, or crunchy veggies.
Ingredients
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For the Dip
- 16 ounces fresh feta cheese
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- Zest of 1/2 lemon
- Salt & black pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons plain Greek yogurt
For the Roasted Veggies
- 2 jalapeños, halved
- 1/2 yellow onion, chopped
- 1 small garlic bulb
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- Salt & pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F. Slice the top off the garlic and drizzle with olive oil. Wrap in foil. Slice the jalapeno in half lengthwise, then remove the ribs and seeds (leave them in for a spicier flavor). Spray a sheetpan with oil.
- Arrange garlic wrapped in foil, jalapeños, and onion on a sheet pan. Drizzle with oil and season. Roast 15–20 min. Remove jalapeños when charred. Continue roasting garlic and onion for 10 more minutes or until soft.
- Cool slightly. Dice jalapeños and onion. Squeeze garlic from skins and mash.
- In food processor, blend feta, olive oil, lemon juice, zest, garlic paste, salt, and pepper.
- Transfer to bowl. Stir in yogurt, jalapeños, and onions. Serve with flatbread, chips, or veggies.
Notes
- Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. The flavors get even better as it sits. Be sure to just give it a quick stir before serving.