Spinach-Feta-Cheese Dip

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Servings: 2 Difficulty: Intermediate
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Creamy, tangy Greek-inspired dip with fresh spinach and feta cheese
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This vibrant spinach-feta dip offers a perfect balance of creamy yogurt and salty feta, brightened with fresh herbs and lemon. The texture is rich yet light, making it an ideal appetizer for parties or a healthy snack with crusty bread or vegetables. Simple to prepare, it captures authentic Mediterranean flavors without complex techniques. Ideal for entertaining or quick weeknight meals.

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Spinach-Feta-Cheese Dip

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 2 Calories: 113.7

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This vibrant spinach-feta dip offers a perfect balance of creamy yogurt and salty feta, brightened with fresh herbs and lemon. The texture is rich yet light, making it an ideal appetizer for parties or a healthy snack with crusty bread or vegetables. Simple to prepare, it captures authentic Mediterranean flavors without complex techniques. Ideal for entertaining or quick weeknight meals.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Set a coffee filter or double thickness of paper toweling in a strainer over a small bowl.
  2. Spoon the yogurt into the filter and refrigerate to drain for 2 hours.
  3. Place the chopped garlic and fresh dill into a food processor.
  4. Add the squeezed spinach, feta cheese cubes, lemon rind, salt, and pepper to the processor.
  5. Whirl until the cheese is finely grated, scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed.
  6. Add the drained yogurt to the mixture.
  7. Pulse with an on/off motion just until the mixture is combined.
  8. Scrape the dip into a serving bowl and serve.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 2

Amount Per Serving
Calories 113.7kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 4.2g7%
Saturated Fat 2.4g12%
Cholesterol 13.2mg5%
Sodium 61.0mg3%
Total Carbohydrate 14.5g5%
Dietary Fiber 0.7g3%
Sugars 6.0g
Protein 5.8g12%

* 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

This dip can be prepared a day ahead and refrigerated. Cover tightly to maintain freshness.

Ensure the spinach is thoroughly squeezed dry to prevent a watery dip.

If fresh dill is unavailable, you may substitute with 2 teaspoons of dried dill weed, though fresh provides a brighter flavor.

Keywords: spinach, feta, dip, yogurt, greek, vegetarian, appetizer, dill, lemon, garlic, creamy, party food, mediterranean, healthy snack, make ahead
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