Creamy Avocado Feta Dip (Printable Version)

Rich, velvety avocado and feta blend with lime and Greek yogurt — great for dips, spreads or sandwich topping.

# What You'll Need:

→ Produce

01 - 2 ripe avocados, peeled and pitted
02 - 1 small clove garlic, minced
03 - 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
04 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro, optional

→ Dairy

05 - 3.5 ounces crumbled feta cheese

→ Extras

06 - 2 tablespoons plain Greek yogurt
07 - 1 tablespoon olive oil, plus more for drizzling
08 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
09 - Pinch of salt, to taste

# How To Make It:

01 - Place avocado flesh, feta cheese, Greek yogurt, minced garlic, lime juice, and olive oil in a food processor or blender.
02 - Process until smooth and velvety, pausing to scrape down the sides as necessary.
03 - Add black pepper and salt, then blend again until fully incorporated and creamy.
04 - Stir in chopped cilantro by hand for added freshness, if desired.
05 - Transfer to a serving bowl, drizzle with additional olive oil, and serve with pita chips, cut vegetables, or fresh bread.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • The way the creamy avocado melts into tangy feta makes it impossible to stop dipping.
  • If you're searching for a crowd-pleaser that doubles as a sandwich secret weapon, this is it.
02 -
  • If your avocados are too firm, the dip turns lumpy instead of glossy—you can't fake ripeness.
  • Letting the dip sit for 10 minutes before serving lets the flavors deepen, which was a happy accident discovered after a late arrival once.
03 -
  • I learned to always use a rubber spatula to get every bit from the food processor, or risk someone catching me licking the blade (not recommended).
  • The real secret: letting the dip rest before serving really does make the flavors bloom, so try not to rush it.

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