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Tirokafteri (Greek Feta Dip) Recipe
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Tirokafteri (Greek Feta Dip) Recipe

Savor the authentic taste of Greece with this Tirokafteri recipe, a spicy feta cheese dip perfect for appetizers. Easy, quick, and deliciously tangy!
Course Appetizer, Condiment
Cuisine Greek
Keyword Spicy feta dip, Tirokafteri (Greek Feta Dip) Recipe
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Servings 2 cups
Calories 497kcal
Author Bon Appeteach

Equipment

  • Food Processor

Ingredients

  • 8 oz. Feta Cheese use a block feta in brine
  • 4 oz. Greek Yogurt
  • 3 small Red bell Peppers
  • 3 cloves Garlic
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil
  • 1 Lemon juiced
  • 1 tsp Oregano
  • 1 tsp Red Pepper Flakes
  • 1/2 tsp Salt
  • Fresh Parsley garnish
  • Kalmata Olives garnish

Instructions

  • Begin by roasting the red peppers over coals, on a gas stove, or under the broiler until the skins blacken and are scorched. Let them rest covered and then peel off the skins and discard the stems and the seeds as well.
  • In the bowl of a food processor, combine the feta cheese, Greek yogurt, peppers, garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, red pepper flakes, and salt.
  • Blend until combined and the dip is light and creamy.
  • Pour into a bowl for serving and garnish with fresh parsley and olives. Serve with warmed pita bread or pita chips and enjoy.

Notes

Store for 3-4 days in the fridge in an airtight container. 

Nutrition

Serving: 1batch | Calories: 497kcal | Carbohydrates: 16g | Protein: 23g | Fat: 39g | Saturated Fat: 17g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 16g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 104mg | Sodium: 2673mg | Potassium: 356mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 1095IU | Vitamin C: 56mg | Calcium: 687mg | Iron: 2mg