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This preserved lemon and mint whipped feta dip is so easy to make you’ll be making it all summer long. Ready in just 10 minutes and can be scooped up with crackers, vegetables or by the spoonful!
Growing up my idea of dip was french onion from the dairy aisle of the grocery store.
Don’t get me wrong I still love it with a fierce passion BUT there is nothing quite like making your own dip.
I have made a version of this feta dip for years but this was the first time I threw in a little preserved lemon. If it wasn’t for the fact that I cleaned out my pantry and found the lemon jar it would still be hiding in my pantry.
If you have never had a preserved lemon before don’t be scared.
They taste like salty briny lemon.
I know it sounds weird but it’s good – trust me! Plus you can buy a jar at Trader Joe’s for like $3 so it’s a pretty cheap investment.
If you’re looking at this dip and thinking “Ummm where exactly would I serve this dip?”
Well, let me tell you a little story. I made a similar version of this dip a few years ago at Super Bowl and before I could even get my cracker-filled hand into the dip it was almost gone.
Do you know who stole all the dip? The kids. Seriously, the kids.
I thought they would think feta dip was weird but man was I wrong.
They devoured this dip like it was going to grow legs and run away.
I mean they weren’t far off because as soon as I saw they were eating all the dip I immediately snatched it away and made them eat up the salsa. I was not about to not get some of my own homemade whipped feta dip.
That’s right – I stole my own dip back.
More dip recipes
- Craving a classic? Try my French Onion Dip.
- Want some big time flavor? Try my Creamy Bacon Jalapeno Corn Dip.
- Love all things onion? Try my Charred Triple Onion Dip.
- Need a toasty warm dip? Try my Baked Spinach Bacon Dip.
Preserved Lemon and Mint Whipped Feta Dip
Ingredients
- 10 ounces fresh feta cheese
- 1 lemon, zested
- 1 lemon, juiced
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 cup chopped preserved lemon
- 2 tablespoons fresh mint, roughly chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper, more if desired
- Fresh cracked pepper
Instructions
- In a large food processor add all ingredients and puree until smooth.
- Pour into a serving bowl.
- If desired, top with the addition of chopped preserved lemon, mint, crushed red pepper, and fresh cracked pepper.
- Serve with crackers or fresh vegetables.
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Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
I might just have to order some on Amazon because this gluten free girl can never pass up a new product!
I am always looking for more ways to incorporate feta into my meals, I love it! This sounds fantastic!
Wow, this looks fantastic! I love that you added preserved lemon too!
Why did I think I could live without feta cheese this week?! Sigh, should have picked up that container at Costco. This is my first recipe when I get my hands on some because it looks utterly amazing!
I first tried preserved lemon at a Morroccan restaurant. I love finding new flavors! And the combination with feta and mint sounds good to me.
Growing up the only time we were allowed to buy dip was for the Super Bowl and like you said it was the french onion kind from the refrigerated section at the store. I think I’m rebelling now from the lack of dip in my childhood because I pretty much want dip on everything. All I would need is a spoon and I could polish off this lemony whipped feta no problem!
I love feta because of the tang and the texture of it when it crumbles. I have never thought of whipping it so change it while keeping the flavor. What a great recipe and those preserved lemons are the bomb!
Dear Brandy, this dip looks like a cloud of deliciousness. I love all the flavors…this would go great with so many dishes. Pinning for later. xo, Catherine
Yes to all of this. The feta, the preserved lemon, the garlic. So much YES.
I somehow ended up with three different containers of feta in my fridge (mostly because I keep forgetting I already have some and then go buy more) and a half-full jar of preserved lemons. Clearly, the universe wants me to have this dip in my life, and who am I to argue with the universe? 🙂
I’m going to a dip party in a few weeks and I’m totally making this! I love feta cheese.