Creamy Avocado Feta Dip (Printable View)
Velvety avocado and feta blended with lime and Greek yogurt for a tangy, spreadable dip—ready in 10 minutes.
# What You Need:
→ Produce
01 - 2 ripe avocados, peeled and pitted
02 - 1 small clove garlic, minced
03 - 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
04 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
→ Dairy
05 - 3.5 ounces (100 grams) crumbled feta cheese
→ Extras
06 - 2 tablespoons plain Greek yogurt
07 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
08 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
09 - Pinch of salt, or to taste
# How To Make It:
01 - Place avocado flesh, feta cheese, Greek yogurt, minced garlic, fresh lime juice, and olive oil into a food processor or blender.
02 - Blend the mixture until smooth and well combined, stopping occasionally to scrape down the sides for an even texture.
03 - Add freshly ground black pepper and salt to taste, then blend briefly until fully incorporated.
04 - Fold in chopped fresh cilantro by hand for added freshness, if desired.
05 - Transfer to a serving bowl and drizzle a little olive oil on top. Pair with pita chips, sliced vegetables, or fresh bread.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- This dip tastes like summer in a bowl and doubles as a lush spread for sandwiches or wraps.
- The way avocado softens feta's saltiness makes even veggie skeptics ask for seconds.
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- Once, I waited too long to mix and my avocados started browning—freshness matters more here than in most dips.
- Switching to block feta instead of pre-crumbled made the flavor pop and the dip so much fluffier.
03 -
- Blending the avocado and feta while they're both at room temperature helps you get the smoothest dip possible.
- A drizzle of really good olive oil on top right before serving adds a golden touch guests always notice.