Whipped Feta is a creamy, tangy Mediterranean dip made with feta, Greek yogurt, garlic, and lemon that comes together in under 10 minutes — no cooking necessary.
Just a few simple ingredients and a quick blitz in the food processor transform crumbly feta into a smooth, creamy, versatile dip. Scoop it up with warm pita and crisp vegetables or smear it under roasted veggies, grilled meats, sandwiches, and more.
Why this Whipped Feta Recipe Works
- Quick & Easy: Place all the ingredients in a food processor and blend until smooth. That’s it — whipped feta in minutes.
- Balance of Flavors: Feta provides a briny, tangy base while Greek yogurt adds richness and creates a smooth, creamy texture.
- Versatile: This modern Mediterranean dip is a blank canvas for toppings — fresh herbs, nuts, seeds, spices, a drizzle of olive oil, and more. Serve it as a dip or spread.
How to Make this Whipped Feta
- Blend the base: Place the feta, Greek yogurt, lemon, and garlic in a food processor and blend until smooth. With the motor running, slowly drizzle in the olive oil until the mixture becomes smooth and creamy.
- Taste & adjust: Season with salt and pepper, if needed. That’s it — whipped feta in minutes.
My Whipped Feta Dinner Party World
I love hosting dinner parties and welcoming guests with a rainbow of Mediterranean-inspired dips.
For the white, I make this whipped feta. Light, creamy, tangy and super scoopable. It’s always a huge hit.
An app that feels fancy but requires minimal effort.
Cooks Tips:
- For creamiest results — use feta in brine rather than the pre-crumbled kind. It’s fresher and much better.
- Play with toppings — customize your whipped feta with fresh herbs, spices, nuts, seeds, veggies, or a drizzle of olive oil.
- Storage — leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
- If it thickens — whipped feta firms up in the fridge. Stir in a little more Greek yogurt to loosen it, if needed.
Whipped Feta
Ingredients
- 16 ounces feta cheese
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 lemon entire zest & 1 tsp juice
- 1 clove garlic minced
- 2 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
- Kosher salt
- Freshly ground black pepper optional
- Toppings: fresh herbs spices, nuts, seeds, veggies, or a drizzle of olive oil.
Instructions
- Combine the feta, Greek yogurt, lemon zest and juice, and garlic in a food processor or blender.
- With the motor running, slowly drizzle in the olive oil and blend until smooth and creamy.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
Notes
- For creamiest results — use feta in brine rather than the pre-crumbled kind. It’s fresher and much better.
- Play with toppings — customize your whipped feta with fresh herbs, spices, nuts, seeds, veggies, or a drizzle of olive oil.
- Storage — leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
- If it thickens — whipped feta firms up in the fridge. Stir in a little more Greek yogurt to loosen it, if needed.
Colorful Mediterranean Dips
I love welcoming guests with a rainbow of Mediterranean dips. Think of this as your hummus playground — there are endless colorful ways to riff on classic classic hummus. Or try my green tahini recipe for a brighter, zestier, herbaceous twist on the classic Middle Eastern tahini sauce.
- Beet Hummus - a vibrant roasted beet hummus with a beautifully earthy flavor and a striking magenta color.
- Carrot Hummus - a bright carrot hummus that works beautifully with every color of the carrot rainbow.
- Black Hummus - a dramatic hummus made with black tahini for a richer, nuttier flavor.
- Butternut Squash Hummus - roasted squash adds a seasonal sweet-and-savory twist to classic hummus.
- Loaded Hummus - a playful riff on the classic American 7-layer dip, hummus-style.
- Hummus with Spiced Lamb - a popular Middle Eastern dish that turns hummus into a hearty appetizer or full meal.
If ya try this whipped recipe, I'd love to hear about it — leave a comment below and let me know, and tag me on IG, @danielagerson, so I can see too.
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