Whipped Feta Dip (with Red Peppers & Dill)
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A deliciously creamy, yet low fat whipped feta dip – this will be a hit! Make ahead, and serve with pita chips, veggie dippers or bread!
Veggie trays with a killer dip are IN right now and for good reason! They are great to make ahead and leave in the refrigerator for when you need it. This Feta Dip has creaminess, tang from the feta, smoky roasted red peppers, and is topped off with the addition of fresh dill. Just a few ingredients, and a quick whiz in the food processor gets you a dreamy, creamy dip that is full of flavor!
This is a great recipe to use as a dip, and is amazing as a sandwich spread too.
Looking for more dips? Try Whipped Ricotta Dip for a variation on this one, plus Roasted Red Pepper Hummus, or this Spinach Artichoke Dip (made in 4 minutes in an instant pot)
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Why you’ll love this recipe:
- A small number of ingredients, and very likely ones you have in your fridge and pantry!
- Quick and easy to make. Just a quick blast in the food processor, and it’s done.
- Healthy! I use low fat cream cheese and low fat feta for this.
I have included step-by-step photos and instructions, as well as tips and tricks in the post. If you’d rather skip all that, scoot right on down to the full recipe card located at the bottom of the post.
Key Recipe Ingredients
Remember: this is just an overview and the why of the ingredients I choose here. The full list of ingredients and amounts is found in the printable recipe card below.
- Cream Cheese. I use a lower fat cream cheese, and it has no effect on the taste! I let this soften to room temperature so that it blends easily.
- Feta Cheese. This can be block or crumbled. Because salty feta is used, we don’t need to season with salt.
- Roasted Red Peppers. Roast your own like I do with my Red Pepper Soup, or grab a jar.
- Garlic. Fresh garlic is the best option here. It make a difference to the overall flavor, so don’t cheat with garlic powder!
- Pepper. I use fresh ground cracked pepper for this recipe.
- Dill. I use fresh dill. You can use dried if you prefer.
- Dippers. Think carrots, sugar snap peas, celery, pepper strips, broccoli, cherry tomatoes, pita bread or crackers.
Recommended Equipment/Tools
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I use a food processor to make this an easy task. A high powered blender may also work.
How to make this recipe
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This next part is only a photo tutorial of the recipe steps. The full list of ingredients, quantities and instructions can be found in the printable recipe card below.
Get prepped
Soften the cream cheese, crumble the feta and mince the garlic. Open the jar of red peppers.
Make the dip
Place the feta, cream cheese, roasted red peppers, garlic and black pepper in a food processor and process until smooth.
Pour/spoon mixture into a large bowl, and fold in the fresh dill.
Transfer dip to a serving bowl, cover and refrigerate for an hour or two.
Serve
Serve with veggie dippers, or pita chips.
Devour.
Kylee’s Notes & FAQs
Use sun-dried tomatoes and basil for change!
A little lemon juice squeezed in just before serving will brighten the flavors!
Spice it up with some crushed red pepper flakes.
You could use sour cream or greek yogurt instead of cream cheese, but you’ll need to add more salt. The consistency will be runnier, so add more feta!
You can make this up to 5 days in advance. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
More delicious appetizers:
- Baked Coconut Shrimp. These easy baked coconut shrimp are the perfect appetizer or light dinner. Crispy, crunchy and with a dipping sauce, this one is a winner!
- Jalapeno Popper Cheese Ball. Make this easy Jalapeno Popper Cheese Ball for your next party or gathering, and watch it disappear fast! This is a great make ahead appetizer!
- Easy Queso Dip Recipe (in a skillet) An easy queso dip recipe, made in one skillet, combines chorizo, cilantro, 3 cheeses and fresh pico de gallo – perfect for entertaining!
- Buffalo Chicken Dip. Super easy to make, and always the first to be devoured, this Buffalo Chicken Dip is a great appetizer recipe for parties and gatherings!
- Scallops with Pineapple Salsa (from Hostess at Heart)
- ALL APPETIZER RECIPES
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Whipped Feta Dip (with Roasted Red Peppers and Dill)
Equipment
Ingredients
- 8 ounces cream cheese softened
- 3 ounces feta cheese crumbled
- 1 cup roasted red peppers (I use the ones packed in water or roast my own), drained
- 1 clove garlic minced, about a tsp
- 1/2 teaspoon cracked pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill chopped
- Veggie dippers carrots, sugar snap peas, celery, pepper strips, broccoli, cherry tomatoes
Instructions
- Place 8 ounces cream cheese, 3 ounces feta cheese, 1 cup roasted red peppers, 1 clove garlic and 1/2 teaspoon cracked pepper in a food processor and blend until smooth, but still chunky.
- Pour/spoon mixture into a large bowl, and fold in the2 tablespoons fresh dill.
- Transfer dip to a serving bowl, cover and refrigerate for an hour or two.
- Serve with veggie dippers.
- Devour.
Notes
A little lemon juice squeezed in just before serving will brighten the flavors!
Spice it up with some crushed red pepper flakes.
You could use Greek yogurt instead of cream cheese, but you’ll need to add more salt. The consistency will be runnier, so add more feta!
You can make this up to 5 days in advance. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
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About Kylee Ayotte
I am a born and raised New Zealander (a Kiwi), now living in Phoenix, Arizona. I’m happily married to the love of my life – a hot American boy I met while traveling the world. I’m a mama to 2 awesome little boys and love red things, rugby, cheesecake, and bacon. Mmmmm. Bacon. Meet Kylee
One thing I love about the summer is dips, as there are soooooo many crunchy vegetables to make dips for. I love your version.
This dip was easy enough to make but has awesome tasty flavours.
This dip is scrumptious (confession: I needed spell check for that one!)! Cream cheese always makes a great base for a yummy dip and I’m glad to have found one that tacks on just a little less guilt!
I’m a huge fan of all the ingredients in this dip. Anything with roasted red peppers and feta and dill gets my vote.
The kids loved this so much, I had to make another batch!