Description
Spinach and Pepperoncini Baked Feta Dip is a creamy, cheesy delight that brings a burst of zesty flavor to any gathering. This warm appetizer features a tantalizing blend of feta cheese, tangy pepperoncini, and fresh spinach, all baked to perfection with a golden, bubbly top. Whether you’re throwing a party or enjoying a cozy night in, this dip is sure to impress your guests and keep them coming back for more. Enjoy it with pita chips, crostini, or fresh veggies for a versatile snack that caters to every palate.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz block feta cheese
- 12–16 oz bag frozen spinach (thawed)
- 1 cup plain whole-milk Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise (preferably avocado oil mayo)
- 2 garlic cloves (grated)
- 1 cup sliced pepperoncini peppers (roughly chopped)
- 1 1/2 cups grated fresh mozzarella cheese (divided)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400ºF and grease an 8×8-inch baking dish.
- In a mixing bowl, crumble the feta cheese and add the thawed spinach (squeezed dry), Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, grated garlic, crushed red pepper flakes, chopped pepperoncini peppers, and 1 cup of mozzarella. Mix until well combined.
- Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish and top with remaining mozzarella.
- Bake for 26 to 30 minutes until bubbly and golden; broil for an additional 2 minutes if desired.
- Serve warm with pita chips, crostini, or raw veggies.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 60g
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 30mg