Feta Dip with Lemon and Olives

You can make a killer feta dip in about 5 minutes with ingredients you probably already have on hand. Just crumble a block of feta into a bowl, add some Greek yogurt, lemon juice, chopped fresh herbs, chopped red onion, chopped green olives, and a drizzle of olive oil. Stir until well combined, then serve immediately or refrigerate for later. This dip is perfect for serving with pita chips, vegetables, or crackers.

Feta dip is a classic Greek dish that is typically made with feta cheese, olive oil, and lemon juice. Over the years, many variations of this dish have been created, including this one that adds Greek yogurt, fresh herbs, and green olives. This dip is a delicious and easy appetizer or snack that can be enjoyed by people of all ages.

Prep time: 10 | Cook time: 0 | Serves: 6

Ingredients

• 1 block of feta cheese, crumbled
• 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
• 2 lemons, juiced
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint
• 1/4 cup chopped red onion
• 1/2 cup chopped green olives
• 1/4 cup olive oil

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, combine all of the ingredients.
2. Stir until well combined.
3. Serve immediately or refrigerate for later.

Why It Works

• The combination of feta cheese, Greek yogurt, and lemon juice creates a creamy and tangy base for the dip.
• The fresh herbs and red onion add brightness and flavor to the dip.
• The green olives add a salty and briny flavor to the dip.
• The olive oil helps to smooth out the flavors of the dip and makes it more spreadable.