Whipped Feta Dip with Hot Honey & Pistachios
Ingredients:
- 8 oz feta cheese
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tbsp cream cheese
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 small garlic clove
- 2 tbsp hot honey
- 1/4 cup shelled pistachios
- 2 tbsp fresh dill (chopped)
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped)
- Freshly cracked black pepper
For Serving
- Pita chips
- Cucumber slices
- Carrot sticks
- Bell pepper strips
- Celery sticks
Ingredients are subject to availability at local stores. Unavailable items will be automatically substituted at best-effort.
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Servings: 8
This creamy whipped feta dip is salty, tangy, and perfectly balanced with a drizzle of hot honey, crunchy toasted pistachios, and fresh herbs. It’s an effortless appetizer that looks elegant but comes together in minutes—perfect for a Fourth of July gathering.
Instructions
- Add the feta, Greek yogurt, cream cheese, olive oil, lemon juice, and garlic to a food processor.
- Blend for 1–2 minutes until completely smooth and fluffy, scraping down the sides as needed.
- Spread the whipped feta into a shallow serving bowl.
- Drizzle generously with hot honey.
- Sprinkle with the toasted pistachios, dill, parsley, and freshly cracked black pepper.
- Serve immediately with pita chips and fresh vegetables.
Why You’ll Love It
The whipped feta is light and creamy, while the hot honey adds just enough sweetness and spice. Crunchy pistachios and fresh herbs make every bite feel bright, fresh, and restaurant-worthy.
Tips
- Let the feta come to room temperature before blending for the smoothest texture.
- Toast the pistachios in a dry skillet for 3–4 minutes to enhance their flavor.
- Make up to one day ahead and add the toppings just before serving.
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