Whipped Feta Dip with Roasted Red Peppers (Htipiti Recipe)
Whipped feta dip meets roasted red peppers! This Greek-inspired htipiti blends up in minutes for the perfect spicy, creamy, and tangy party pleaser.
Servings: 10
Calories: 112kcal
Ingredients
- 8 ounces feta cheese
- 1/2 cup chopped roasted red peppers (use 3/4 cup for more pronounced flavor) drained/patted dry (about 2 medium peppers)
- 1/4 cup olive oil + more for topping
- 2 cloves garlic roughly chopped
- 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar (or lemon juice)
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2-1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- Freshly ground black pepper to taste
Optional Flavor Upgrades
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1-2 tablespoons Greek yogurt (lighter and extra creamy)
Instructions
- Add the feta, roasted red peppers, olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, oregano, red pepper flakes, black pepper to a blender or food processor. Pulse to break it down, then process until mostly smooth. Don’t over-blend - feta can turn slightly grainy if you process it forever. Blend until smooth enough, then stop.
- Adjust texture and taste. Want it creamier? Add 1-2 more tablespoons olive oil.Want more tang? Add a touch more lemon/vinegar.Want more heat? Add more chili flakes or a pinch of cayenne.
- Spoon into a bowl, make a little swirl, and drizzle with olive oil. "Sprinkle extra oregano or paprika on top, if desired.
- Serve with pita, toasted crostinis, or crackers.
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Notes
Makes about 2 cups | Heat Factor: Mild
To Roast Your Own Peppers: Roast peppers over a gas flame, under the broiler, or at 450°F until charred and blistered all over, turning as needed (about 10-25 minutes, depending on method). Transfer to a bowl, cover (or bag), and steam 10 minutes. Peel off skins, remove stems/seeds, then drain well and pat dry. Tip: If peppers are watery, your dip gets loose. See my post on How to Roast Peppers.
Nutrition
Calories: 112kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 20mg | Sodium: 357mg | Potassium: 36mg | Fiber: 0.3g | Sugar: 0.1g | Vitamin A: 215IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 121mg | Iron: 0.4mg