Whipped Feta Dip
Feta is a creamy, crumbly cheese that is typically a mix of goat and sheep milk and the most popular of the cheeses originating from Greece.
Servings 8 cups
Calories 186kcal
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups crumbled feta cheese
- 1 tablespoon grated lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic, chopped
- ½ teaspoon granulated sugar
- 1 sprig fresh thyme
- 7 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- Pita chips, toasted pita bread or veggies for dipping
Instructions
- Place feta, lemon zest, lemon juice, garlic, sugar, thyme (stem removed) and 5 tablespoons of olive oil in a food processor or blender and blend until smooth.
- Spoon the dip into a bowl and drizzle with the remaining olive oil.
- Serve with pita chips or veggies.
Nutrition
Calories: 186kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 25mg | Sodium: 321mg | Potassium: 26mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 0.4g | Vitamin A: 125IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 141mg | Iron: 0.3mg