Classic Feta Dip (Printable)

Creamy Mediterranean feta dip with yogurt, garlic, and herbs. Ready in 10 minutes.

# What You'll Need:

→ Dairy Base

01 - 7 oz feta cheese, crumbled
02 - 3.5 oz Greek yogurt, full-fat
03 - 2 tbsp cream cheese, softened

→ Flavorings

04 - 1 garlic clove, minced
05 - 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
06 - 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
07 - 1/2 tsp dried oregano
08 - 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper

→ Garnish

09 - 1 tbsp chopped fresh dill or parsley
10 - 1 tbsp crumbled feta
11 - 1 tsp chili flakes or Aleppo pepper

# Step-by-step:

01 - Place feta cheese, Greek yogurt, cream cheese, garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, and black pepper into a food processor.
02 - Process mixture until completely smooth and creamy, pausing to scrape down sides of bowl as needed.
03 - Taste and modify flavors with additional lemon juice or pepper according to preference.
04 - Spoon dip into serving bowl, drizzle with olive oil, and top with reserved feta, fresh herbs, and chili flakes.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It comes together in literally ten minutes but tastes like something you labored over
  • The texture is restaurant-quality smooth, no grainy bits whatsoever
  • It doubles easily and actually gets better after a day in the fridge
02 -
  • Don't skip scraping down the food processor—those stubborn bits of feta will make your dip grainy if you don't incorporate them fully
  • The dip firms up slightly when chilled, so if you're making it ahead, bring it to room temperature before serving
03 -
  • If your dip seems too thick, add a teaspoon of water or olive oil while blending until you reach your desired consistency
  • Letting the dip rest for 15 minutes before serving allows the garlic flavor to mellow and meld