Spinach Pepperoncini Baked Feta Dip (Printable Version)
A creamy, tangy dip with roasted feta, spinach, and pepperoncini, ideal for sharing at gatherings.
# 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 Make It:
01 - Preheat the oven to 400°F. Lightly grease a small 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 fine for texture.
03 - Stir in the chopped spinach, minced garlic, green onions, pepperoncini, olive oil, dried oregano, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Mix thoroughly to distribute evenly.
04 - Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish and spread evenly across the surface.
05 - Bake for 20–25 minutes until hot and bubbly with golden spots developing 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 Suggestions:
01 -
- The way feta gets all melty and creamy in the oven while keeping its signature tang is absolute magic
- Its one of those rare appetizers that feels fancy but comes together in about five minutes of prep
02 -
- The dip continues thickening as it cools slightly, so those first few minutes out of the oven are actually prime serving time
- Pepperoncini heat levels vary wildly between brands, so taste one before adding and adjust accordingly
03 -
- Room temperature cream cheese combines so much more smoothly than cold from the fridge
- Invest in good quality feta, it makes up about half the flavor profile here