Whipped Feta Dip with Za’atar & Honey
This whipped feta dip with za’atar and honey is a creamy, tangy, and lightly sweet appetizer that blends Mediterranean and Middle Eastern flavors. Smooth and elegant, it’s topped with honey, za’atar, and optional garnishes for a crowd-pleasing dish that’s quick to prepare.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 6 to 8 servings
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 6 oz feta cheese, crumbled
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 5 tablespoons Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons honey, plus extra for garnish
- 1 large garlic clove, minced
- 1 teaspoon za’atar, plus extra for garnish
- 2 tablespoons roasted pistachios, crushed or chopped (optional)
- 3 tablespoons pomegranate seeds (optional)
- 1 tablespoon fresh mint leaves, thinly sliced (optional)
- For serving (optional): pita chips, naan, crackers, or pretzels
Instructions
- Add feta, cream cheese, Greek yogurt, honey, minced garlic, and za’atar to a food processor or blender.
- Blend until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed.
- Transfer to a serving bowl and smooth the surface. Swirl or create shallow crevices to hold toppings.
- Drizzle with extra honey and sprinkle with pistachios, pomegranate seeds, mint, and a pinch of za’atar.
- Let sit at room temperature for best flavor, then serve with pita chips, flatbread, or crackers.
Notes
- Add lemon zest or juice for brightness.
- For heat, blend in chili flakes or drizzle with chili oil.
- Mix herbs like mint or parsley into the base for a fresh twist.
- Replace some Greek yogurt with labneh for richness.
- Serve at room temperature for optimal flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of recipe
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 340mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
