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Pomegranate Pistachio Feta Dip

Creamy Pomegranate Pistachio Feta Dip for Effortless Entertaining

Delightful Pomegranate Pistachio Feta Dip is a creamy and healthy appetizer, perfect for entertaining.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

For the Dip Base
  • 7 oz Feta Cheese Rinse under water if too salty.
  • 4 oz Cream Cheese Softened
  • 3 tbsp Plain Greek Yogurt Full-fat preferred.
  • 2 tbsp Extra-Virgin Olive Oil Can drizzle more for presentation.
  • 1 tbsp Fresh Lemon Juice
  • 1 tsp Lemon Zest Finely grated.
  • 1 clove Garlic Minced.
  • 1-2 tsp Honey Adjust to taste.
  • 1/4 tsp Ground Cumin Optional.
  • Freshly Ground Black Pepper To taste.
For Toppings
  • 1/2 cup Pomegranate Arils
  • 1/3 cup Pistachios Roughly chopped.
  • 1-2 tbsp Fresh Mint or Parsley Finely chopped.
  • Flaky Sea Salt Optional, sprinkle lightly before serving.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Food Processor

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Crumble the feta cheese into a medium mixing bowl. Rinse under cold water if too salty, then use a fork to break it down into small pieces.
    Pomegranate Pistachio Feta Dip
  2. Add softened cream cheese and Greek yogurt to the bowl with crumbled feta. Blend together until smooth and creamy with a hand mixer or a whisk.
    Pomegranate Pistachio Feta Dip
  3. Incorporate olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, minced garlic, honey, and ground cumin. Stir with a spatula until well mixed. Season with black pepper.
    Pomegranate Pistachio Feta Dip
  4. Transfer the mixture to a food processor and pulse until smooth, being careful not to over-process.
    Pomegranate Pistachio Feta Dip
  5. If the dip is too thick, gradually add yogurt or water to adjust. If too runny, fold in more crumbled feta.
    Pomegranate Pistachio Feta Dip
  6. Transfer dip to a serving bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for 30-45 minutes.
    Pomegranate Pistachio Feta Dip
  7. Rinse and dry pomegranate arils, chop pistachios and fresh mint or parsley.
    Pomegranate Pistachio Feta Dip
  8. Once chilled, remove from the refrigerator and top with pomegranate arils and chopped pistachios. Drizzle with olive oil and honey, and finish with flaky sea salt.
    Pomegranate Pistachio Feta Dip
  9. Serve with toasted pita, veggie sticks, or chips.
    Pomegranate Pistachio Feta Dip

Nutrition

Serving: 2tbspCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For best flavor, chill the dip for 30-45 minutes before serving.

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