Description
Looking for a standout appetizer that will impress your guests during the holidays? This Thyme-Infused Feta & Almond Dip is a delightful and healthy alternative to traditional dips like hummus or ranch. With its creamy texture and robust flavors from fresh herbs and garlic, this dip is not only quick to prepare but also versatile enough to suit any occasion. Enjoy it with fresh bread, crunchy veggies, or as part of a charcuterie board. Perfect for gatherings or cozy nights in, this dip will be the star of your appetizer spread.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup extra-virgin olive oil (divided)
- 4 sprigs of fresh thyme
- 1 handful of almonds (or your preferred nuts, roughly chopped)
- 8 garlic cloves (thinly sliced)
- 1/2 teaspoon Aleppo pepper or red chili flakes (optional for a hint of heat)
- 3 ounces feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/3 cup fresh parsley (chopped)
- Fresh bread (for serving)
Instructions
- In a small saucepan over low heat, combine half of the olive oil with sliced garlic and thyme sprigs. Cook gently for about 5 minutes until fragrant. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- In a food processor, combine the cooled oil mixture, remaining olive oil, crumbled feta cheese, chopped almonds, optional Aleppo pepper, and parsley. Pulse until smooth yet slightly chunky.
- Transfer to a mixing bowl; drizzle with additional olive oil if desired and garnish with parsley. Serve with fresh bread or dippers of choice.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Cooking/Blending
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons (30g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 10mg