Htipiti
Dive into the bold and vibrant flavors of Htipiti, a classic Mediterranean red pepper and feta dip that’s as creamy as it is tangy. This quick and easy recipe combines salty feta cheese, smoky roasted red peppers, and a touch of heat from red chili flakes, all brought together with fragrant extra virgin olive oil and a splash of zesty lemon juice. Enhanced with garlic and black pepper for depth, this versatile dip is whipped to perfection in just minutes using a blender or food processor. Perfect as an appetizer or snack, Htipiti pairs beautifully with warm pita bread, crackers, or crisp vegetable sticks. Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color and serve at room temperature for maximum flavor. Whether for a party platter or a casual gathering, this Greek-inspired dip will surely be the star of your Mediterranean spread.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams feta cheese
- 2 large roasted red peppers
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon red chili flakes
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 small garlic clove
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Drain any excess liquid from the roasted red peppers and pat them dry with a paper towel.
In a food processor or blender, crumble the feta cheese into small pieces and add it to the bowl.
Add the roasted red peppers, olive oil, red chili flakes, lemon juice, garlic clove, and black pepper to the food processor.
Blend the ingredients until smooth and creamy. You can adjust the texture by adding an additional teaspoon or two of olive oil if needed.
Taste the dip and adjust seasoning if necessary by adding more chili flakes for spice or a little more lemon juice for tang.
Transfer the Htipiti to a serving bowl and garnish with chopped fresh parsley, if desired.
Serve immediately with warm pita bread, crackers, or vegetable sticks, or refrigerate until ready to serve. Let it come to room temperature before serving for optimal flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
964 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 85.2 g | 109% | |
| Saturated Fat | 32.6 g | 163% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 178 mg | 59% | |
| Sodium | 2282 mg | 99% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 19.1 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.9 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.4 g | ||
| Protein | 30.9 g | 62% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.8 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 1039 mg | 80% | |
| Iron | 3.0 mg | 17% | |
| Potassium | 562 mg | 12% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
