Beet Whipped Feta with Orange Zest

Shanthi Appelo, MS, RD

| 1 min read

This vibrant recipe is perfect for spring entertaining. Greek yogurt, which is rich in calcium, vitamin D, probiotics and protein, serves as a creamy base for this dip. Beets add a bright pink color as well as antioxidants. The orange zest and pistachios perfectly complement the earthy beet flavor. Serve this recipe with seasonal cut veggies and your favorite crackers.

Total Time:

15 minutes

Prep Time:

10 minutes

Cooking Difficulty:

Easy

Serving Amount
Ingredients

  • 1⁄2 cup feta cheese, crumbled

  • 1⁄3 cup Greek yogurt, at least 2% milkfat

  • 2 whole canned beets with 2 Tbsp. of beet juice

  • 1 Tbsp. lemon juice

  • salt and pepper to taste

  • zest from 1/4 orange

  • 1⁄4 cup pistachios, chopped

  • seasonal cut vegetables and crackers for serving

Instructions
  • In a food processor or blender, add feta cheese, Greek yogurt, 2 roasted whole beets, beet juice, lemon juice, salt and pepper to taste. Add salt a little at a time since feta cheese is quite salty. Blend until smooth.
    Step 1

    In a food processor or blender, add feta cheese, Greek yogurt, 2 roasted whole beets, beet juice, lemon juice, salt and pepper to taste. Add salt a little at a time since feta cheese is quite salty. Blend until smooth.

  • Serve on a platter with seasonal cut vegetables and crackers. Top the beet whipped feta with orange zest and chopped pistachios.
    Step 2

    Serve on a platter with seasonal cut vegetables and crackers. Top the beet whipped feta with orange zest and chopped pistachios.

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