Description
This Ultimate St Patrick’s Day Whipped Feta Dip combines creamy, tangy feta whipped with Greek yogurt and olive oil, topped with a vibrant, charred scallion and parsley salsa verde. Perfect as a festive appetizer or party dip, it delivers bold flavors and a smooth, luscious texture in just 20 minutes.
Ingredients
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Dip
- 8 oz feta cheese, crumbled
- ½ cup full-fat Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Salsa Verde
- 1 bunch scallions (spring onions), whole
- 1 cup fresh parsley leaves
- 1 small garlic clove
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- ½ cup olive oil
Instructions
- Char the Scallions: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add the whole scallions. Cook them until they soften and develop a light char on both sides, which imparts a smoky flavor. Remove from the skillet and let them cool slightly.
- Make the Salsa Verde: Roughly chop the charred scallions and add them to a food processor along with fresh parsley leaves, garlic clove, salt, optional red pepper flakes, and ½ cup of olive oil. Pulse the mixture until it reaches a thick, spoonable consistency, ensuring it is not fully smooth to preserve texture.
- Whip the Feta: In a clean food processor, blend the crumbled feta cheese, Greek yogurt, 2 tablespoons olive oil, fresh lemon juice, and black pepper. Process until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy with no lumps.
- Assemble the Dip: Spread the whipped feta mixture evenly into a shallow serving bowl. Generously spoon the green salsa verde over the top, allowing some of the olive oil from the salsa to drip naturally across the surface for added flavor and visual appeal.
Notes
- Using full-fat Greek yogurt helps achieve the perfect creamy texture.
- Charred scallions add a subtle smokiness that complements the tangy feta beautifully.
- Adjust the amount of red pepper flakes depending on your preferred spice level or omit for mild flavor.
- Serve with fresh pita bread, vegetable sticks, or crackers for a tasty appetizer.
- Make ahead and refrigerate for up to 24 hours; bring to room temperature before serving for best flavor.
