Tomato Feta Dip
Get ready to elevate your appetizer game with this irresistible Tomato Feta Dip, a creamy, flavor-packed creation that's perfect for any gathering or snack occasion. This recipe combines the tangy richness of crumbled feta cheese with the sweetness of oven-roasted cherry tomatoes, enhanced by garlic, a touch of chili flakes, and fresh basil for a Mediterranean-inspired twist. With just 10 minutes of prep and a quick roast in the oven, this dip is wonderfully easy to whip up yet delivers gourmet-level flavor. Smooth, velvety, and aromatic, it pairs beautifully with crusty bread, pita chips, or crisp veggies, making it the ultimate crowd-pleaser. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or enjoying a cozy night in, this Tomato Feta Dip will quickly become your go-to for bold, zesty goodness!
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Ingredients
- 200 grams Feta cheese
- 250 grams Cherry tomatoes
- 3 tablespoons Extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 Garlic cloves
- 10 Fresh basil leaves
- 0.5 teaspoons Red chili flakes
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).
Step 2
Wash the cherry tomatoes and place them on a baking sheet.
Step 3
Peel the garlic cloves and add them whole to the baking sheet with the cherry tomatoes.
Step 4
Drizzle 2 tablespoons of olive oil over the tomatoes and garlic, then sprinkle with salt and black pepper.
Step 5
Roast in the oven for 10 minutes, or until the tomatoes are soft and slightly blistered.
Step 6
While the tomatoes roast, crumble the feta cheese into a mixing bowl.
Step 7
Once the roasted tomatoes and garlic have cooled slightly, add them to the bowl with the feta cheese.
Step 8
Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil, red chili flakes, and fresh basil leaves to the bowl.
Step 9
Using an immersion blender or food processor, blend the mixture until smooth and creamy. Adjust seasoning if necessary.
Step 10
Transfer the dip to a serving bowl and garnish with a drizzle of olive oil, additional chili flakes, or a few whole basil leaves.
Step 11
Serve with pita chips, crusty bread, or fresh vegetables for dipping.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 898.8 grams (898.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1104 |
| Total Fat 87.30g | 112% |
| Saturated Fat 32.30g | 161% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.20g | |
| Cholesterol 178mg | 59% |
| Sodium 2888mg | 126% |
| Total Carbohydrate 36.10g | 13% |
| Dietary Fiber 19.60g | 70% |
| Total Sugars 6.60g | |
| Protein 47.10g | 94% |
| Vitamin D 32IU | 160% |
| Calcium 1669mg | 128% |
| Iron 19mg | 103% |
| Potassium 2353mg | 50% |
Source of Calories