Easy Greek Dip

Health score
6%
Easy Greek Dip
10 min.
8
222kcal

Suggestions

This Easy Greek Dip is the perfect appetizer for your next party or get-together! It's a delicious and healthy alternative to traditional dips, and your guests will love the fresh and tangy flavor. This dip is made with a blend of feta cheese, yogurt, roasted red peppers, and a hint of garlic, giving it a creamy texture and a burst of Mediterranean flavor. It's easy to make and can be prepared in just 10 minutes, making it a convenient option for busy hosts. Simply mix the ingredients together, chill, and serve with pita chips for a simple and satisfying snack. With a good balance of protein, fat, and carbs, this dip will keep your guests energized and satisfied. It's also a great source of calcium, vitamin C, and manganese, so you can feel good about serving it to your friends and family. Impress your guests with this easy and flavorful Greek dip – it's sure to be a hit!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 cup feta cheese crumbled
  • tablespoons optional: dill fresh chopped
  • small garlic clove pressed
  • 32 oz yogurt plain low-fat
  • servings pita chips 
  • 12 oz roasted peppers red drained chopped
  • teaspoon penzey's southwest seasoning 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • paper towels
  • sieve

Directions

  1. Line a fine wire-mesh strainer with a coffee filter.
  2. Place strainer over a bowl. Spoon yogurt into strainer.
  3. Let stand 15 minutes. Spoon yogurt into a medium bowl, and discard strained liquid.
  4. Pat bell peppers dry with paper towels. Stir peppers, feta cheese, chopped fresh dill, Greek seasoning, and garlic into yogurt. Cover and chill at least 1 hour. Store in an airtight container in refrigerator up to 3 days.
  5. Serve with pita chips.

Nutrition Facts

Calories222kcal
Protein18.47%
Fat28.84%
Carbs52.69%

Properties

Glycemic Index
9.63
Glycemic Load
0.09
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
12.30347819432%

Flavonoids

Isorhamnetin
0.04mg
Kaempferol
0.01mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.06mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:221.71kcal
11.09%
Fat:7.18g
11.04%
Saturated Fat:2.16g
13.51%
Carbohydrates:29.5g
9.83%
Net Carbohydrates:27.66g
10.06%
Sugar:9.35g
10.38%
Cholesterol:10.98mg
3.66%
Sodium:954.37mg
41.49%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Protein:10.35g
20.69%
Calcium:263.55mg
26.35%
Vitamin C:20.9mg
25.33%
Vitamin B2:0.38mg
22.64%
Phosphorus:223.87mg
22.39%
Selenium:13.92µg
19.89%
Vitamin B1:0.23mg
15.1%
Folate:60.2µg
15.05%
Manganese:0.3mg
14.79%
Vitamin E:2.1mg
13.97%
Vitamin B3:2.41mg
12.07%
Vitamin B12:0.71µg
11.9%
Iron:1.99mg
11.03%
Potassium:376.47mg
10.76%
Zinc:1.51mg
10.08%
Vitamin B6:0.19mg
9.65%
Magnesium:37.02mg
9.25%
Vitamin B5:0.88mg
8.8%
Fiber:1.85g
7.38%
Vitamin A:316.97IU
6.34%
Copper:0.12mg
5.81%
Vitamin K:4.48µg
4.27%
Source:My Recipes