Spicy Feta Dip (Tirokafteri)
This Spicy Feta Dip is bursting with vibrant Mediterranean flavor! Tangy feta cheese and smoky roasted red peppers form the base of this creamy dip, and cayenne pepper gives a fiery kick. Perfect for any occasion, serve it with pita wedges or cut veggies at your next party or get-together!
Servings: 4
Ingredients
- 3 large red bell peppers roasted and peeled, coarsely chopped -OR- 1 jar (12-ounce) roasted red bell peppers, drained and coarsely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic chopped
- 1 1/2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 block (8-ounce) feta cheese broken into chunks plus 1-2 tablespoons crumbled for garnish
- 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil plus more for drizzling over the dip
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper or to taste and tolerance, plus more for garnish
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- Crushed red pepper flakes for garnish
- Chopped fresh parsley for garnish
- Kalamata olives for serving
- Naan or pita bread cut into wedges or cut vegetables for serving
Instructions
- In the bowl of a food processor, combine the red bell peppers, garlic, lemon juice, feta cheese, olive oil and cayenne pepper.
- Process until fairly smooth and the feta is in small pieces.
- Add additional cayenne if desired and salt and black pepper to taste.
- Transfer to a serving bowl. Garnish with additional cayenne, crushed red pepper flakes, crumbled feta, and chopped fresh parsley.
- Serve with naan or pita bread cut into wedges, cut vegetables such as bell pepper, carrot or celery sticks with Kalamata olives on the side.
Notes
Makes approximately 2 cups.
TIP:
- Using a block of feta instead of the crumbled kind is always a good idea because it’s additive-free and more flavorful. A block that you crumble yourself will blend better for a creamier result.
- Can be made a day or two in advance and stored in the refrigerator until you are ready to serve.
Nutrition
Serving: 1 | Calories: 156kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 0.2mg | Sodium: 8mg | Potassium: 277mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 3957IU | Vitamin C: 160mg | Calcium: 13mg | Iron: 1mg