Spinach Pepperoncini Baked Feta Dip (Print version)

A creamy, tangy dip with roasted feta, spinach, and pepperoncini. Ideal for gatherings or as a flavorful appetizer.

# What you need:

→ Dairy & Cheese

01 - 7 oz feta cheese block
02 - 4 oz cream cheese, softened
03 - 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt

→ Vegetables & Greens

04 - 4 cups fresh baby spinach, roughly chopped
05 - 1 small garlic clove, minced
06 - 2 green onions, thinly sliced
07 - 1/2 cup pepperoncini, drained and sliced
08 - 1 tablespoon olive oil

→ Seasonings

09 - 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
10 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
11 - 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

→ Garnish

12 - Fresh dill or parsley, chopped
13 - Lemon zest

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Lightly grease an 8-inch baking dish.
02 - In medium bowl, mash feta cheese, cream cheese, and Greek yogurt until mostly smooth, allowing some feta crumbles to remain.
03 - Stir in chopped spinach, minced garlic, green onions, pepperoncini, olive oil, dried oregano, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Mix thoroughly until evenly combined.
04 - Spread mixture evenly in prepared baking dish.
05 - Bake for 20-25 minutes until hot and bubbly with golden spots on top.
06 - Remove from oven and let cool slightly. Garnish with fresh dill or parsley and lemon zest if desired. Serve warm with pita chips, sliced baguette, or fresh vegetables.

# Expert advice:

01 -
  • The way the feta gets all golden and bubbly in the oven creates pockets of salty creaminess that people literally fight over
  • It comes together in under ten minutes but tastes like something you fussed over for an hour
  • The pepperoncini adds this bright tangy kick that cuts through all that rich cheese perfectly
02 -
  • Dont skip the resting time after baking or the dip will be too loose and runny when you serve it
  • Pre-shredded feta is often coated in anti-caking agents that make the texture weirdly gritty
  • The dip firms up significantly as it cools, so serve it within 30 minutes for the best consistency
03 -
  • Use a fork to mash the cheeses rather than a food processor to avoid overworking the mixture
  • Warm your pita bread in the oven for the last 5 minutes of baking time

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