Feta Dip

As I was driving home on the snow covered highway I was thinking about all the possibilities to make for lunch (my next meal is usually a thought when I am driving…). I then remembered I had all the ingredients to make one of my favorite dips; feta dip. This dip is so refreshing with bright flavors of basil, oregano, lemon juice, and red wine vinegar all atop a medley of creamy feta, crisp red onion, smooth avocado, and sweet cherry tomatoes. I originally found this recipe on Pinterest but changed the dressing to my taste. Almost every time I bring this dip to a party I am asked for the recipe; yes it really is that good…and easy!


Recipe:

1 container crumbled feta
1-2 ripe avocados peeled and cut into chunks
1/2 pint cherry tomatoes cut in half
1/4 red onion finely chopped
1 1/2 tbsp red wine vinegar
1 tsp italian seasoning (or 1/3 tsp each of basil, garlic, oregano)
1/2 tsp lemon juice
1 1/2 tbsp olive oil

1. Combine feta, tomatoes, avocado, and onion and medium bowl.
2. Whisk olive oil into red wine vinegar; add lemon juice and seasonings.
3. Pour dressing over combined ingredients.
4. Serve with pretzel thins.
5. Store left overs in fridge with a dash of lime juice to keep avocados fresh; will last 1-2 days in fridge.

Greek Dip

Who doesn't love a good dip? In my opinion, dips can make or break the dippee (chips, veggies, graham crackers, fruits) and are a crucial part of any get together. Recently, my husband and I were going to a Christmas party and as usual I agreed to make dips. When the time came, the avocados for my previously planned dip weren't ripe and I had to think on my toes… hence this super easy Greek Dip. I am guessing it was a hit by the empty dish I took home at the end of the night! This dip is also easily made versatile by changing out hummus flavors.

Greek Dip

1 cup roasted red pepper hummus
1 8 oz container crumbled feta cheese
1/4 cup banana peppers
1/4 cup diced tomatoes and diced red onion combined
olive oil drizzle
pepper
crushed red pepper
dried basil

1. Spread hummus on bottom of 9 x 13 dish
2. Layer with diced onion, tomato, and banana peppers
3. Top with crumbled feta and drizzle extra virgin olive oil on top.
4. Sprinkle seasoning to taste and serve with pita chips or veggies.