Creamy Lemon Feta Dip

Next time you have friends over, or you’re looking for a new taste sensation on movie night at home, try this rich, creamy dip. Luscious feta cheese gets a charge of lemon and garlic to add zest. Serve it with toasted or grilled slices of baguette or pita bread, and enjoy.

INGREDIENTS
1/2 lb feta cheese, crumbled
1 1/2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon lemon rind, finely grated
2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
1 garlic clove, crushed
Pinch of red chili flakes

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Add feta cheese, 1 tablespoon olive oil, lemon rind and juice, and garlic to a food processor.
2. Process until smooth.
3. Spoon into a bowl or serving dish and refrigerate, covered, until ready to serve.
4. Add remaining 1/2 tablespoon olive oil and red chili flakes just before serving.

Creamy Lemon Feta Dip

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Course Appetizers

Ingredients

  

• 1/2 lb feta crumbled
• 1 1/2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
• 1 tsp Limoneira lemon zest
• 2 tbsp Limoneira lemon juice
• 1 garlic clove, crushed
• red chili flakes just a pinch or two

Instructions

 

• Add feta cheese, 1 tablespoon olive oil, lemon rind and juice, and garlic to a food processor.
• Process until smooth.
• Spoon into a bowl or serving dish and refrigerate, covered, until ready to serve.
• Add remaining 1/2 tablespoon olive oil and sprinkle with paprika just before serving.

Notes

Next time you have friends over, or you're looking for a new taste sensation on movie night at home, try this rich, creamy dip. Luscious feta cheese gets a charge of lemon and garlic to add zest. Serve it with toasted or grilled slices of baguette or pita bread, and enjoy.

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