Ingredients
1 bulb garlic, roasted
8 ounces crumbled feta cheese
⅓ cup olive oil
½ lemon, juiced
Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
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Roast garlic: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Slice the top off the garlic bulb, drizzle with olive oil, wrap in foil, and roast 30-40 minutes until soft and caramelized. Cool.
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Prepare dip: In a food processor or blender, combine roasted garlic cloves (squeezed from skins), feta, olive oil, and lemon juice. Blend until smooth and creamy.
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Season: Taste and add salt and pepper as needed. Blend briefly again.
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Serve: Transfer to a bowl, drizzle with extra olive oil if desired. Serve with pita, crackers, or fresh veggies.
Notes
Add fresh herbs (dill, parsley, mint) for extra flavor.
Stir in red pepper flakes for spice.
Mix Greek yogurt for creamier texture.
Top with toasted pine nuts or olives for crunch.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes (plus roasting time)
- Category: Appetizer, Dip
- Method: Roasting, Blending
- Cuisine: Mediterranean, Greek-inspired
- Diet: Vegetarian
