This creamy Feta Garlic Dressing offers a luxurious twist on traditional salad dressings, blending the sharp, salty notes of feta cheese with aromatic garlic and a touch of dried dill. The addition of milk or buttermilk creates a smooth, velvety texture that coats greens perfectly without being overly heavy. It is an excellent choice for topping Greek salads, roasted vegetables, or as a dip for fresh vegetables. The preparation is quick and requires no cooking, making it an ideal last-minute addition to any meal. The balance of acidity from the vinegar cuts through the richness of the cheese and olive oil, resulting in a bright and refreshing flavor profile.
Feta Garlic Dressing
Description
This creamy Feta Garlic Dressing offers a luxurious twist on traditional salad dressings, blending the sharp, salty notes of feta cheese with aromatic garlic and a touch of dried dill. The addition of milk or buttermilk creates a smooth, velvety texture that coats greens perfectly without being overly heavy. It is an excellent choice for topping Greek salads, roasted vegetables, or as a dip for fresh vegetables. The preparation is quick and requires no cooking, making it an ideal last-minute addition to any meal. The balance of acidity from the vinegar cuts through the richness of the cheese and olive oil, resulting in a bright and refreshing flavor profile.Ingredients
Directions
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Place the olive oil, grated feta, crushed garlic, vinegar, and dried dill into a blender or food processor.
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Blend the mixture on high speed for one minute until the ingredients are well combined and the cheese begins to break down.
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With the blender running, slowly pour in the milk or buttermilk in a steady stream.
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Continue blending until the dressing reaches a thick, creamy consistency, being careful not to over-blend to prevent separation.
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Taste the dressing and add salt and freshly ground pepper as needed to balance the flavors.
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Transfer the dressing to a jar and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 1
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 530.4kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 60.0g93%
- Saturated Fat 8.4g43%
- Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
- Sodium 0.0mg0%
- Total Carbohydrate 0.0g0%
- Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
- Sugars 0.0g
- Protein 0.0g0%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
If the dressing becomes too thick after chilling, stir in a small amount of additional milk or water to reach your desired consistency.
For a lighter version, you can substitute Greek yogurt for some of the milk or buttermilk, though the texture will be slightly less oily.
This dressing is best used within 3-4 days. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
The original recipe tags indicated "Vegan," but feta cheese is dairy-based. This is a vegetarian recipe. For a vegan alternative, use a plant-based feta substitute.
