Spinach Pepperoncini Baked Feta Dip (Printable Version)

Creamy, tangy dip with roasted feta, spinach, and pepperoncini. Ideal for parties or appetizers.

# 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

# How-To:

01 - Preheat the oven to 400°F. Lightly grease an 8-inch baking dish.
02 - In a medium bowl, mash together feta cheese, cream cheese, and Greek yogurt until mostly smooth. Some feta crumbles are acceptable.
03 - Stir in the chopped spinach, minced garlic, green onions, pepperoncini, olive oil, dried oregano, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Mix thoroughly to combine.
04 - Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
05 - Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or 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 Hints:

01 -
  • It comes together in under 10 minutes of prep time, then the oven does all the work while you relax with your guests
  • The combination of tangy feta and peppery heat creates this addictive flavor that keeps everyone coming back for just one more bite
02 -
  • The dip continues to thicken as it cools, so if it looks a bit loose right out of the oven, give it a few minutes
  • Serve it warm, not piping hot, or you'll miss some of the nuanced flavors
03 -
  • Use a good quality feta, it really does make a noticeable difference in the final flavor
  • Dont skip the lemon zest garnish, that bright citrus note cuts through the richness

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