Savory Pistachio & Feta Dip

Ditch the boring dip! This vibrant, creamy, and salty-sweet spread is packed with fresh herbs and crunchy pistachios. It's the perfect appetizer for a party, a healthy afternoon snack, or a flavor-packed sandwich spread!

Yields: 6 - 8 servings (appetizer) |  Prep Time: 10 minutes  |  Cook Time: 0 minutes

What You'll Need

• 1 cup shelled, roasted, and unsalted pistachios
• 4 oz creamy Feta cheese, crumbled
• 1/4 cup full-fat Greek yogurt or Mascarpone
• 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
• 2 tablespoons fresh mint, chopped
• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil (plus more for drizzling)
• 1 clove garlic, roughly chopped
• 1/2 lemon, juiced
• Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  

Putting It Together

1. Prep the Nuts: If your pistachios have skins, you can blanch them for 30 seconds in boiling water, then peel for a brighter green color (optional, but highly recommended!).
2. Combine Ingredients: Place the pistachios, crumbled feta, Greek yogurt/mascarpone, parsley, mint, garlic, olive oil, and lemon juice into a food processor.
3. Process: Pulse the mixture a few times to break down the pistachios, then process continuously, stopping to scrape down the sides, until the dip is mostly smooth but still has a slight, pleasing texture.
4. Season: Taste and season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Feta is salty, so add extra salt cautiously.
5. Chill & Serve: Transfer the dip to a small serving bowl. Drizzle with a little extra olive oil and sprinkle with a few whole or roughly chopped pistachios for garnish. Serve with pita chips, raw vegetables, or crusty bread.