Whipped Pumpkin and Feta Dip
This whipped pumpkin and feta dip is a quick and easy recipe for any autumn get-together! Sweet pumpkin puree is blended with tangy feta and lots of savory additions to make a simple and stunning appetizer, side, or snack.
I love a super simple, one-and-done recipe, and this whipped pumpkin and feta dip is one of my favorites! You literally just put everything in a food processor, blend, and voila–you have your dip. Pumpkin puree, a block of feta, cottage cheese, shallot & garlic, and a bit of olive oil with some savory seasonings are all you need to make this delicious dip in no more than 5 minutes. It’s deceivingly healthy and truly too easy not to make for any occasion. Serve this dip with your favorite chips or crusty bread as an appetizer at your next dinner party, or save it for an after-dinner snack while watching your favorite show!
Here are some more side dish & appetizer recipes you’ll love: Easy Autumn Charcuterie Board, Maple Chai Whipped Feta Dip, and Charcuterie Board Nachos.
Ingredients & Equipment
You’ll need the following ingredients and equipment to make this whipped pumpkin and feta dip:
- Feta cheese
- Pumpkin puree
- Cottage cheese
- Olive oil
- Shallot
- Garlic
- Parsley
- Salt and pepper
Customize This Recipe!
There are a few different ways you can customize this recipe:
- Make it sweet or savory. Pumpkin is a super versatile ingredient that can be made super sweet or deliciously savory – keep the recipe as-is for a savory dip, or swap out the seasonings for sweeter spices like cinnamon and nutmeg for a sweet twist!
- Swap the cottage cheese for Greek yogurt if you want a slightly tangier, smoother base for the dip!
Kitchen Tips:
- Utilize mise en place! Make sure you have all of your ingredients prepped and ready before you begin making this recipe – it will help save you time and keep you organized.
- Chunky or creamy? This recipe makes a pretty sturdy, chunky dip, but you can thin it out to make it a bit creamier by adding more olive oil or more pumpkin puree (or even a splash of milk or water).
FAQ
I love a salted pita chip with this dip, but there are so many other options! Toasted crunchy bread like sourdough or a baguette, soft pita, tortilla chips, crackers, or even crunchy veggies like carrots and celery would be delicious choices.
You can store this whipped pumpkin and feta dip in a sealed container in the fridge for about 1-2 weeks after making.
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Whipped Pumpkin and Feta Dip
Ingredients
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 8 oz feta
- ¼ cup cottage cheese
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- ½ shallot chopped
- 1-2 cloves garlic chopped
- 2 tsp salt
- 2 tsp pepper
- 1 tsp parsley
Instructions
- Add all ingredients to a food processor and blend until smooth. You can add more olive oil to thin out the dip if desired.
- Transfer the dip to a serving bowl, garnish with any additional seasonings or an extra drizzle of oil, then serve and enjoy!
Notes
- Utilize mise en place! Make sure you have all of your ingredients prepped and ready before you begin making this recipe – it will help save you time and keep you organized.
- Chunky or creamy? This recipe makes a pretty sturdy, chunky dip, but you can thin it out to make it a bit creamier by adding more olive oil or more pumpkin puree (or even a splash of milk or water).
- Make it sweet or savory. Pumpkin is a super versatile ingredient that can be made super sweet or deliciously savory – keep the recipe as-is for a savory dip, or swap out the seasonings for sweeter spices like cinnamon and nutmeg for a sweet twist!
- Swap the cottage cheese for Greek yogurt if you want a slightly tangier, smoother base for the dip!
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