Description
A creamy, tangy small-batch whipped feta dip made in just five minutes, drizzled with spicy-sweet hot honey and topped with crunchy toasted pistachios. Perfect for one or two people with no waste.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 ounces feta cheese (block, packed in brine)
- 2 tablespoons full-fat plain Greek yogurt
- 1 teaspoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 small clove garlic, minced or grated
- 1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil
- 2–3 tablespoons hot honey
- 2 tablespoons shelled pistachios, toasted
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme or oregano, chopped
- Crackers or pita chips for serving
Instructions
- Peel and mince the garlic clove finely, or grate it directly into the food processor bowl.
- Add the crumbled feta cheese, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, minced garlic, and olive oil to a mini food processor or blender.
- Pulse a few times to break up the feta, then run the machine continuously for 1-2 minutes until the mixture is smooth, creamy, and mousse-like. Scrape down sides if needed.
- While the dip whips, heat a small skillet over medium-low heat. Toast the pistachios in a single layer for 3-4 minutes until nutty and lightly golden. Transfer to a plate to cool.
- Transfer the whipped feta to a small serving bowl and create swirls on top with the back of a spoon.
- Drizzle generously with hot honey. Sprinkle with toasted pistachios, red pepper flakes, and fresh herbs.
- Serve immediately with pita chips, crackers, or crusty bread.
Notes
Use block feta packed in brine for best texture; avoid pre-crumbled feta which contains anti-caking agents. If you don’t have hot honey, mix regular honey with red pepper flakes. The dip can be made up to 24 hours ahead and stored in the fridge; let it sit at room temperature for 15 minutes before serving. Do not freeze as the texture may become grainy.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1/2 cu
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 18
- Sodium: 650
- Fat: 18
- Saturated Fat: 7
- Carbohydrates: 22
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 12
Keywords: whipped feta, hot honey dip, small batch recipe, appetizer, feta dip, easy dip, gluten-free option, party snack