Ingredients
Creating this delightful dip requires just a handful of fresh ingredients. Here’s what you’ll need:
- Feta Cheese: 8 ounces of creamy feta cheese, crumbled
- Greek Yogurt: 1/2 cup for added creaminess
- Lemon Juice: 2 tablespoons of freshly squeezed lemon juice
- Lemon Zest: Zest of one lemon for an intensified citrus flavor
- Garlic: 1 clove, minced for a subtle pungency
- Olive Oil: 2 tablespoons to smooth out the texture
- Fresh Dill: 2 tablespoons of chopped dill for that herby aroma
- Salt: 1/2 teaspoon to taste
- Black Pepper: 1/4 teaspoon, freshly ground
- Honey: 1 teaspoon to balance the tanginess
Instructions
Creating this dip is as straightforward as it is rewarding. Follow these simple steps to whip up your own Tangy Lemon Herb Feta Dip:
- Prepare the Ingredients: Gather all ingredients and ensure the feta cheese is crumbled into small pieces for easier blending.
- Blend the Base: In a food processor, combine the feta cheese and Greek yogurt. Blend on high until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Add Flavorings: Add the lemon juice, lemon zest, minced garlic, and olive oil to the mixture. Continue blending until fully incorporated.
- Season the Dip: Add the chopped dill, salt, black pepper, and honey to the dip. Blend for another 30 seconds to ensure even distribution of flavors.
- Adjust Consistency: If the dip is too thick, add a teaspoon of water or olive oil and blend again until desired consistency is reached.
- Taste Test: Taste the dip and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice to suit your preferences.
- Chill and Serve: Transfer the dip to a serving bowl, cover, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: one normal portion
- Calories: 80
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Cholesterol: 15mg