Spicy Roasted Red Pepper & Feta Dip (Htipiti) is the perfect recipe for your labor day weekend! This delicious dip is made with roasted red peppers, feta cheese, and a variety of spices. It's perfect for serving with crackers or bread, and it's sure to be a hit with your guests.
If you're looking for a dip that's both flavorful and easy to make, Spicy Roasted Red Pepper & Feta Dip is a perfect choice. So head to the kitchen and get ready to enjoy a delicious labor day weekend treat!
The perfect appetizer
This delicious Greek dip is the perfect appetizer or snack when served with crunchy vegetables and/or warm gluten-free pita bread. It's also wonderful as a spread on sandwiches.
A traditional Greek dish
Spicy Roasted Red Pepper & Feta Dip, or Htipiti, is a traditional Greek dish that is both delicious and nutritious. The dish is made by roasting red peppers and then blending them with feta cheese, olive oil, and spices. The resulting dip is high in protein and healthy fats, and it has a number of health benefits.
For one, the spices in Htipiti can help to improve digestion and lower blood pressure. Additionally, red peppers are a good source of vitamins A and C, which are essential for immune system function. Finally, the olive oil in the dip provides heart-healthy monounsaturated fats. So not only is Htipiti delicious, but it also has numerous health benefits. Try making it at home using this easy recipe.
This was inspired by my other recipe on this site, and pairs well with this amazing sidedish recipe.
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Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 30-35 minutes
Serves: 4-6
Ingredients
- Ingredients:
- 2 large red peppers, cut in half and seeded
- 8 oz. block Feta cheese, room temperature and chopped
- ¼ t. crushed red pepper flakes
- ¼ c. extra virgin olive oil
- Sea salt and black pepper, to taste
- To serve:
- Chopped red pepper and crushed red pepper flakes, for garnish
- Vegetable crudités
- Gluten-free pita and/or crackers (optional)
Instructions
Directions:
- Place the top oven rack in the center position and preheat the oven to 450°F. Line a large, rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or a Silpat™ baking sheet.
- Arrange the red pepper halves on the prepared baking sheet and place them in the hot oven. Roast for 30-35 minutes or until the skin starts to turn black and blister. Remove from the oven and carefully transfer the hot pepper halves to a heat-safe bowl and cover tightly with foil or a plate.
- Once cool enough to handle, gently remove the blackened skin from the pepper under running water.
- Transfer the roasted red peppers to a food processor and add the chopped Feta cheese, red pepper flakes, and olive oil. Pulse until mostly smooth, with just a few chunks of Feta remaining. Taste and season with salt and black pepper, to taste, and pulse to combine.
- Transfer to a serving bowl and garnish with some chopped red pepper and crushed red pepper flakes, if desired. Serve immediately with a choice of vegetable crudités and/or gluten-free pita or crackers. Enjoy!
Substitutions
Spicy Roasted Red Pepper & Feta Dip, or Htipiti, is a traditional Greek dip made with roasted red peppers, feta cheese, olive oil, and spices. While it is typically made in a food processor or blender, it can also be made by hand. This recipe is simple to make and only requires a few ingredients. However, if you don't have all of the ingredients on hand, there are several substitutes that you can use. For example, you can use cream cheese in place of feta, or you can use canned diced tomatoes in place of the roasted red peppers. You can also add additional spices to taste, such as garlic powder or paprika. With a little creativity, you can easily make this delicious dip without all of the traditional ingredients.
Storage
Spicy Roasted Red Pepper & Feta Dip, or Htipiti, is a traditional Greek dish that is full of flavor. The Spicy Roasted Red Pepper & Feta Dip recipe is simple and only requires a few ingredients, including roasted red peppers, feta cheese, olive oil, garlic, and spices. The Spicy Roasted Red Pepper & Feta Dip can be stored in the refrigerator for up to one week. The health benefits of Spicy Roasted Red Pepper & Feta Dip include the fact that it is high in protein and low in calories. In addition, Spicy Roasted Red Pepper & Feta Dip is a good source of antioxidants and can help to boost the immune system.
Spicy Roasted Red Pepper & Feta Dip (Htipiti)
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 - 6
Description
This quick and easy Greek dip is a delicious snack or appetizer when served with crunchy vegetables and/or warm gluten-free pita bread. It also wonderful as a spread on sandwiches or over roasted potatoes for a decadent treat.
Although it is very easy to roast your own red peppers, you can save some time by using the jarred variety instead.
Ingredients
Ingredients:
2 large red peppers, cut in half and seeded
8 oz. block Feta cheese, room temperature and chopped
¼ t. crushed red pepper flakes
¼ c. extra virgin olive oil
Sea salt and black pepper, to taste
To serve:
Chopped red pepper and crushed red pepper flakes, for garnish
Vegetable crudités
Gluten-free pita and/or crackers (optional)
Instructions
Directions:
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Place the top oven rack in the center position and pre-heat the oven to 450°F. Line a large, rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or a Silpat™ baking sheet.
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Arrange the red pepper halves on the prepared baking sheet and place in the hot oven. Roast for 30-35 minutes or until the skin starts to turn black and blister. Remove from oven and carefully transfer the hot pepper halves to a heat-safe bowl and cover tightly with foil or a plate.
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Once cool enough to handle, gently remove the blackened skin from the pepper under running water.
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Transfer the roasted red peppers to a food processor and add the chopped Feta cheese, red pepper flakes, and olive oil. Pulse until mostly smooth, with just a few chunks of Feta remaining. Taste and season with salt and black pepper, to taste, and pulse to combine.
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Transfer to a serving bowl and garnish with some chopped red pepper and crushed red pepper flakes, if desired. Serve immediately with choice of vegetable crudités and/or gluten-free pita or crackers. Enjoy!
Notes
Kitchen Notes: Feta is easier to process at room temperature, so remove it from the refrigerator when the peppers go into the oven.
To remove the blackened skin from the roasted peppers, some suggest placing the peppers into a plastic freezer bag. However, some plastic bags can melt from the high temperature. Instead, try placing the hot peppers right out of the oven in a heat-safe bowl, then cover it tightly with foil or a plate to seal in the steam.
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 35 mins
