Creamy Avocado Feta Dip (Printable)

Velvety avocado and feta blended with Greek yogurt, lime, and garlic—ready in 10 minutes for dips or spreads.

# Ingredient List:

→ Produce

01 - 2 ripe avocados, peeled and pitted
02 - 1 small clove garlic, minced
03 - 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
04 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro (optional)

→ Dairy

05 - 100 grams crumbled feta cheese (approximately 3.5 ounces)

→ Extras

06 - 2 tablespoons plain Greek yogurt
07 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
08 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
09 - Pinch of salt, to taste

# Directions:

01 - Place avocado flesh, crumbled feta, Greek yogurt, minced garlic, fresh lime juice, and olive oil into a food processor or blender.
02 - Blend until the mixture is creamy and evenly combined, pausing to scrape down the sides as needed.
03 - Add freshly ground black pepper and salt as needed, blending again until a smooth, uniform texture is achieved.
04 - Fold in chopped fresh cilantro by hand for an added herbaceous element, if desired.
05 - Transfer to a serving bowl and drizzle with a touch of olive oil. Serve with pita chips, fresh vegetables, or as a sandwich spread.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • This dip transforms ripe avocados into a cloud-like spread that tastes indulgent but is secretly healthy.
  • I’ve watched even self-proclaimed avocado skeptics go back for seconds (and thirds) at gatherings.
02 -
  • Once, I learned the hard way that underripe avocados make the dip stubbornly chunky and bland.
  • Rinsing feta under cool water before adding keeps the dip from turning too salty if your block is particularly briny.
03 -
  • If your avocados are borderline underripe, microwave them (still in the peel) for 10–15 seconds for softer flesh.
  • Use really cold Greek yogurt—the chill makes the dip even more refreshing when served.

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