Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Spinach and Pepperoncini Baked Feta Dip, a creamy and zesty appetizer perfect for any gathering. This crowd-pleasing dip combines the rich taste of feta cheese with the spirited kick of pepperoncini, resulting in a warm, cheesy delight that pairs beautifully with pita chips, crostini, or fresh vegetables. Whether you’re hosting a game day party, a casual get-together, or simply craving a tasty treat, this baked feta dip will be the star of your appetizer spread. Easy to prepare and bursting with flavor, it’s a must-try for any cheese lover!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (8-oz.) block feta cheese
- 1 (12-16 oz.) bag frozen spinach, thawed
- 1 cup plain whole-milk Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup avocado oil mayonnaise
- 2 garlic cloves, grated
- 1 cup sliced pepperoncini peppers, roughly chopped
- 1 1/2 cups grated fresh mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400ºF and grease an 8×8-inch baking dish.
- In a large bowl, crumble the feta cheese with a fork. Thoroughly drain excess moisture from the thawed spinach using a clean kitchen towel.
- Combine the drained spinach with crumbled feta, Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, grated garlic, pepperoncini peppers, and one cup of mozzarella cheese. Mix well until blended.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and top with remaining mozzarella cheese.
- Bake for 26 to 30 minutes until bubbly and golden brown. Serve warm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup (60g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 490mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 35mg