Whipped Feta Lemon Mint (Printer View)

Creamy whipped feta with a bright lemon-mint drizzle, perfect for lively summer snacks or entertaining guests.

# What you'll need:

→ Whipped Feta

01 - 7 oz feta cheese, crumbled
02 - 3.5 oz cream cheese, softened
03 - 2 tablespoons Greek yogurt
04 - 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
05 - 1 small garlic clove, minced
06 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

→ Lemon-Mint Drizzle

07 - 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
08 - Zest of 1 lemon
09 - 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
10 - 2 tablespoons fresh mint leaves, finely chopped
11 - Pinch of sea salt

→ To Serve

12 - Pita bread, crackers, or fresh vegetables

# Method:

01 - In a food processor, blend crumbled feta, softened cream cheese, Greek yogurt, olive oil, minced garlic, and black pepper until smooth and creamy, scraping the sides as needed.
02 - Spoon the whipped mixture into a serving bowl and smooth the surface with a spatula.
03 - In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, chopped mint, and sea salt until combined.
04 - Pour the lemon-mint mixture evenly over the whipped feta.
05 - Present immediately alongside pita bread, crackers, or fresh vegetables.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Simple to prepare in minutes
  • Bright, fresh flavors ideal for entertaining
02 -
  • This dip contains dairy and may contain gluten if served with wheat dippers
  • The recipe is vegetarian and naturally gluten-free when paired with vegetable crudites
03 -
  • Use reduced-fat cream cheese and yogurt for a lighter version
  • Try adding dill or parsley instead of mint for a different flavor twist
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