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    Lemon Feta Dressing

    Published Jul 8, 2021, modified Dec 21, 2022 by Nicole Shroff / 1 Comment

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    A creamy feta dressing made with garlic and fresh herbs. Serve as a dip, over grilled meats, on bread or as a keto salad dressing.

    whipped feta dressing in small white bowl with breadstick

    This feta dressing is rich and creamy with a delicious garlic-ky, tangy kick and the freshness of fresh herbs.

    It really is the easiest thing to make. Simply gather all the ingredients, pop them in a blender and blend till the mixture is smooth and fluffy.

    For best results prepare the dip a couple of hours before serving then cover and keep it in the fridge. Resting gives the flavours time to combine and fully develop.

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    It goes well with …

    Whip up a batch of this easy whipped feta cheese today and enjoy it in a number of ways:

    • as a dip with raw vegetables, breadsticks or pita
    • as a dressing over grilled vegetables, fresh tomatoes, grilled meats
    • stirred into soups
    • spread on toasted bread, in wraps or sandwiches.

    It is a great way to jazz up a light lunch plus its suitable for a low-carb or keto diet.

    Try it dolloped over some boiled beets, with these figs, grilled asparagus or on scrambled eggs.

    We love it with finger food for parties and movie or game nights.

    Ingredient notes

    Select good quality fresh ingredients best results.

    Feta – there are different types of feta with varying textures, for this recipe select one that is made with sheep’s milk or a combination of sheep’s and goat’s milk. If possible select a feta in brine so the cheese is more moist. The brine is rich in flavour and a little salty. Add a little brine during blending for a richer flavour and a slightly runnier consistency.

    Cream cheese – any type will do, although I sometimes use ricotta.

    Olive oil – read my post on how to select a good olive oil.

    Fresh herbs – it is not always easy to measure out fresh herbs, so for this recipe the quantity does not need to be absolutely precise and measurements are given as approximate amounts.

    Make a feta dressing

    To turn this creamy feta dip into a dressing you may prefer a slightly runnier consistency.

    Blend in 1-2 tablespoons of the brine that comes with the feta till it can be drizzled or poured over a dish.

    The brine adds a more intense feta flavour but it is also quite salty, so taste the dressing and adjust the seasoning accordingly before serving.

    Bowl with feta dressing on cherry tomatoes.
    Cherry tomatoes with feta cheese dressing

    Make ahead

    To prepare this dip in advance transfer to an airtight container and keep chilled in the fridge, then use it within 3 days.

    The dip will thicken in the fridge so let it sit at room temperature for around half an hour to soften before serving.

    Storing question

    Can you freeze feta dip?

    Transfer the feta dip to an airtight container and freeze for up to a month. Thaw in the fridge then leave on the counter at room temperature for around 30 minutes to soften before serving.

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    Are you making this Lemon Feta Dressing? I’d love to hear how it went, please do let me know in the comments below and don’t forget to give it a star rating!

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    whipped feta dip over halved cherry tomatoes in a bowl

    Lemon Feta Dressing

    Nicole Shroff
    A creamy feta dressing made with garlic and fresh herbs. Serve as a dip, over grilled meats, on bread or as a keto salad dressing.
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    Prep Time 10 minutes mins
    Total Time 10 minutes mins
    Course Appetizer, Dip, Dressing
    Cuisine Mediterranean
    Servings 6 people
    Calories 169 kcal

    Ingredients

    • 200 grams feta cheese 7 oz broken into small pieces
    • 60 grams cream cheese 2 oz or ½ cup
    • 30 grams fresh parsley ¼ cup
    • 15 grams fresh mint ⅛ cup
    • 2 tablespoons olive oil
    • 1 large clove garlic
    • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
    • ½ teaspoon salt
    • ¼ teaspoon black pepper freshly ground

    Instructions
     

    • 200 grams feta cheese, 60 grams cream cheese, 30 grams fresh parsley, 15 grams fresh mint, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 large clove garlic, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, ½ teaspoon salt, ¼ teaspoon black pepper
      Blend all the ingredients together, scraping down the sides till smooth and fluffy. Taste to adjust for seasoning.
    • Transfer to and airtight container and chill for at least 30 minutes. Serve as a dip or drizzle over fresh tomatoes, grilled meats or vegetables.

    Notes

     
    • Break the feta into small pieces so it blends easily.
    • Smash and chop the garlic to mince before adding to the blender to allow even distribution on blending.
    • Taste the dip and add more salt or pepper according to your taste.
    • For best results, chill the dip before serving to allow the flavours time to come together, although this is not essential.
    • Serve as a dip with raw vegetables, breadsticks or pita, as a dressing over grilled vegetables, fresh tomatoes, grilled meats, stirred into soups, spread on toasted bread or in sandwiches.
    • Store in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for up to a month.
    • Thaw in the fridge then allow the chilled dip to sit at room temperature for around 30 minutes so it can soften before serving. 
    • To make into a dressing, blend in 1-2 tablespoons of the brine that comes with the feta. This adds a more intense feta flavour to the dip but it is also quite salty so adjust the seasoning accordingly.

    MEASUREMENT NOTES

    The ingredients here on EOTF are set out in grams & milliliters and in US cups & spoons.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 169kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 6gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 41mgSodium: 602mgPotassium: 85mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 838IUVitamin C: 9mgCalcium: 190mgIron: 1mg
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    1. Miska Knezevic

      March 14, 2023 at 8:21 pm

      5 stars
      Excellet! Thak you for sharing! Im, going to make!

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