Description
Creamy Hungarian paprika and feta dip delivers bold Mediterranean flavors with zesty charm. Simple ingredients combine into a luscious spread perfect for crisp vegetables, warm bread, or as a sensational party appetizer you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 8 ounces (226 grams) feta cheese
Spices and Herbs:
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) paprika
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon (2.5 milliliters) salt
- 1/4 teaspoon (1.25 milliliters) black pepper
Optional Garnish:
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F, preparing a small baking dish for roasting the bell peppers.
- Slice bell peppers in half, removing seeds and membranes, then place cut-side down on the baking sheet.
- Roast peppers for 20-25 minutes until skin becomes charred and slightly blistered, creating a smoky flavor profile.
- Transfer roasted peppers to a sealed container or plastic bag, allowing them to steam for 10 minutes which helps loosen the skin.
- Carefully peel off the charred skin from the peppers, revealing soft, tender flesh underneath.
- Chop the roasted peppers into fine, uniform pieces to ensure even distribution in the dip.
- In a food processor, combine chopped peppers, feta cheese, and garlic, blending until a smooth, creamy consistency develops.
- Add olive oil, lemon juice, and paprika to the mixture, processing again to incorporate all ingredients thoroughly.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and black pepper, ensuring a balanced flavor profile.
- Transfer the dip to a serving bowl, garnishing with additional paprika and a drizzle of olive oil for visual appeal.
- Serve immediately with warm pita bread, crackers, or fresh vegetable crudités for dipping.
Notes
- Ensure feta is at room temperature for smoother blending and enhanced flavor profile.
- Toast paprika briefly in a dry pan to intensify its smoky, rich undertones before mixing.
- Consider using Greek yogurt as a lighter alternative to sour cream for a healthier version of the dip.
- Experiment with different paprika varieties like sweet, smoked, or hot to customize the heat and depth of flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 150 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 350 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 1.5 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg