Quick to prepare and irresistibly creamy, this Whipped Feta & Oregano Dip brings a Mediterranean flair to your table in just 15 minutes.
15 minutes
Quick to prepare and irresistibly creamy, this Whipped Feta & Oregano Dip brings a Mediterranean flair to your table in just 15 minutes.
teaspoons
Garlic, minced
teaspoons
Feta Cheese, cow's milk
0 oz
tablespoons
tablespoons
Oregano, minced
teaspoons
1. Prep Lemon-Garlic Mixture
Combine the lemon juice and minced garlic in a small bowl. Set aside to allow the flavors to meld.
2. Rinse Feta
Break the feta cheese into roughly ½-inch pieces and transfer to a medium bowl. Cover with water and gently swish to rinse. Drain well using a fine-mesh strainer.
3. Blend Feta Base
Place the drained feta into a food processor. Add the milk and the previously prepared lemon-garlic mixture. Blend until the texture resembles that of ricotta cheese, approximately 15 seconds.
4. Emulsify with Oil
Continue to process the feta mixture, slowly drizzling in 2 tablespoons of extra-virgin olive oil until it reaches a smooth, Greek yogurt-like consistency, with some small lumps remaining. This should take about 1½ to 2 minutes, making sure to stop and scrape down the sides and bottom of the bowl once.
5. Incorporate Oregano
Add in the minced fresh oregano and pulse briefly to distribute evenly throughout the dip.
6. Final Touch
Transfer the dip to a serving bowl. If serving immediately, finish by drizzling with the remaining 2 teaspoons of olive oil. For an extra touch of freshness, you can garnish with additional minced oregano.
Source high-quality feta cheese, preferably creamy with a tangy flavor, and choose a good quality extra virgin olive oil that is fruity and aromatic.
The acidity from the lemon juice should balance the saltiness of the feta. Taste as you go and adjust the lemon juice and zest accordingly for a bright, tangy flavor.
Since feta is salty, add salt sparingly. Taste after incorporating the feta and adjust the seasoning as needed.
Use only fresh oregano for its peppery and slightly bittersweet taste that dried oregano can't match.
Serve the dip at room temperature to ensure the best flavors and texture for dipping.
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