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Spicy Feta Dip (Tirokafteri)

This spicy feta dip, also known as tirokafteri in Greek, is so easy-to-make and delicious creamy and spicy. 🔥

Prep Time
5 mins
Total Time
5 mins
Servings: 4 -6
Calories: 227 kcal
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Greek

Ingredients

  • 250-300 g feta cheese plus more for garnish
  • 1 red chili pepper or jalapeno (keep seeds in the pepper for a spicier dip)
  • 10-12 oz jar roasted red peppers, drained (save 2 tbsp chopped for the topping)
  • 1 garlic clove
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp red wine vinegar
  • 1-2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
  • 1/2 cup kalamata olives
  • Pita bread for serving

Instructions

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  1. Add the feta to a food processor and pulse to break down into quite fine / small pieces.
  2. Add the chili pepper, drained roasted red peppers, garlic clove, olive oil and red wine vinegar and run the food processor on high until the dip is fully combined until smooth.
  3. Transfer to a low plate or bowl and garnish with parsley, olives, leftover crumbled feta cheese, 2 tbsp chopped roasted red pepper and drizzle with olive oil. Serve with fresh or toasted pita bread.
  4. Store in the fridge for a maximum of 3 days.

Notes

  • Make this recipe ahead of time but don't garnish it. Store in the fridge for 2-3 days and then garnish when ready to enjoy.
  • Instead of pitas, you could also serve this dip with crostini.

Nutrition Information

Calories 227kcal (11%) Carbohydrates 16g (5%) Protein 8.4g (17%) Fat 15.2g (23%) Saturated Fat 7.1g (36%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1.1g Monounsaturated Fat 6.2g Cholesterol 37.1mg (12%) Sodium 1033.9mg (43%) Fiber 2.2g (9%) Sugar 2.4g (5%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4-6

Amount Per Serving

Calories 227

% Daily Value*

Calories 227kcal 11%
Carbohydrates 16g 5%
Protein 8.4g 17%
Fat 15.2g 23%
Saturated Fat 7.1g 36%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.1g 6%
Monounsaturated Fat 6.2g 31%
Cholesterol 37.1mg 12%
Sodium 1033.9mg 43%
Fiber 2.2g 9%
Sugar 2.4g 5%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.