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Whipped Feta Dip With Roasted Olives Recipe

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 22 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 350
A creamy feta dip topped with warm roasted olives, perfect for sharing with fresh veggies, crackers, or crisps.

Ingredients

Olive and Tomato Mixture

  • 1 cup mixed olives, quartered if large
  • ⅓ cup sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil, drained and roughly chopped
  • 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons fresh lemon zest or orange zest
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 2 sprigs fresh rosemary (plus more for topping)
  • 8 ounces feta cheese block packed in water, drained
  • ¾ cup plain whole milk Greek yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon milk of choice (optional, to thin mixture)

Garnish

  • to taste Minced fresh rosemary
  • to taste Cracked black pepper
  • to taste Additional lemon zest or orange zest

Serving accompaniments

  • as needed Fresh veggies, Crackers and crisps

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 400℉ (200℃). Combine olives, sun-dried tomatoes, olive oil, zest, and garlic in an oven-safe dish; roast for 12 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, blend feta and Greek yogurt in a food processor, streaming in olive oil until smooth. Thin with milk if needed.
  • Spread the whipped feta in a dish, broil for 3-4 minutes until bubbling.
  • Top with roasted olives, garnish with rosemary, black pepper, and lemon or orange zest. Serve with fresh vegetables, crackers, or crisps.

Notes

For extra flavor, infuse the olive mixture with additional herbs or spices as desired.
Calories: 350kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Keyword: Feta, Olives