Feta and Roasted Red Pepper Dip
User Reviews
4.9
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Total Time
5 mins
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Servings
8
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Calories
128 kcal
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Course
Appetizer, Condiments
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Cuisine
Greek
Feta and Roasted Red Pepper Dip
Description
The recipe combines crumbled feta cheese with roasted or jarred red bell peppers, garlic, red wine vinegar, dried oregano, olive oil, and chili flakes blended until smooth. Roasting the peppers either at home or purchasing them pre-roasted adds a smoky sweetness that complements the saltiness of feta. The garlic and red wine vinegar give the dip a subtle bite and acidity, while chili flakes add mild heat.
The resulting texture is creamy and luscious, making it ideal for dipping warm pita bread or crunchy vegetable sticks such as cucumber, carrot, or celery. Optional garnishes like kalamata olives, more feta, or extra chili flakes add visual appeal and flavor boosts.
Roasting the peppers yourself involves brushing with oil and roasting until tender, enhancing the dip's freshness. Using jarred peppers offers convenience with good flavor retention. This dip is a versatile choice for parties or casual snacking anytime.
Ingredients
Dip
- 10 ounces feta cheese
- 2 medium red bell pepper jarred or roasted at home see notes below, about ¾ cup, roasted
- 1 garlic small clove
- 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
- ½ teaspoon oregano dried
- 2 tablespoon olive oil
- ½ teaspoon chili flakes (or to taste)
Garnishes (Optional)
- feta cheese crumbled feta, dried oregano, and/or additional chili flakes and kalamata olives
- chili flakes
- kalamata olives
- oregano
Accompaniments
- pita bread warm
- vegetable sticks cucumber, carrot, celery, etc, sliced
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients into a food process and puree until smooth.
- Transfer to a serving bowl and top with your desired garnishes.
- Serve with warm pitas and/or vegetable sticks to dip.
Notes
- Roast red peppers at home by brushing them with oil and cooking until tender for freshest flavor.
- Store-bought roasted peppers can be used as a convenient substitute without compromising taste.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 128 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 128kcal | 6% |
| Carbohydrates | 2g | 1% |
| Protein | 5g | 10% |
| Fat | 11g | 17% |
| Saturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 32mg | 11% |
| Sodium | 524mg | 22% |
| Potassium | 42mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 237IU | 5% |
| Vitamin C | 4mg | 4% |
| Calcium | 182mg | 18% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.9
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