Description
Creamy savory pumpkin whipped feta dip blends Mediterranean charm with autumn’s warmth, offering a luxurious twist on classic appetizers. Smooth feta and roasted pumpkin create an irresistible spread that promises to elevate your next gathering with rich, complex flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
Cheese and Dairy:
- 8 ounces (226 grams) crumbled feta cheese
- 4 ounces (113 grams) cream cheese, softened
Pumpkin and Herbs:
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) pumpkin puree (canned or homemade)
- 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary, chopped (or 1/2 teaspoon dried)
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme, chopped (or 1/2 teaspoon dried)
Seasonings and Oils:
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) olive oil
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Transform feta and cream cheese into a velvety foundation by processing in a high-speed blender until completely smooth and creamy.
- Infuse the mixture with aromatic elements: introduce minced garlic, fragrant rosemary, delicate thyme, and bright lemon juice for complex flavor dimensions.
- Drizzle extra virgin olive oil into the whipped blend, creating a luxurious texture and enhancing overall richness.
- Season the dip with precise salt and freshly cracked black pepper, adjusting to personal taste preferences.
- Transfer the silky mixture into an elegant serving vessel, ensuring smooth surface with a spatula.
- Refrigerate for 30-45 minutes, allowing flavors to harmonize and develop deeper taste profile.
- Before presenting, gently stir the dip to reintegrate any separated elements and restore its creamy consistency.
- Accompany with crisp vegetable crudités, rustic toasted bread slices, or artisanal pita chips for an irresistible appetizer experience.
Notes
- Swap cream cheese with Greek yogurt for a lighter, tangier version that reduces overall fat content.
- Roast garlic beforehand to mellow its sharp flavor and add deeper, caramelized notes to the dip.
- Use fresh herbs instead of dried for brighter, more vibrant flavor profiles that elevate the entire dish.
- Adjust consistency by adding more olive oil or a splash of milk if the dip feels too thick when blending.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 158
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 499 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 7 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg