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    Pistachio Feta dip - A Mezze Dish

    Published: Jul 27, 2014 · Modified: Mar 1, 2025 by Marita Sinden · 5 Comments

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    Pistachio Feta dip in a bowl

    Pistachio are a delicious, decadent nut. Everything you make with it, kind of turns out special. This is especially true of this pistachio feta dip. Creamy and coarse two juxtaposing textures, infused with Persian flavours , this dip is a real treat. As you would expect with feta the taste is quite strong, softened only slightly by the yoghurt. And the herbs finish off the flavour just right.

    Pistachio Feta Dip in a bowl

    I found this recipe in Persiana: Recipes from the Middle East & Beyond, by Sabina Gheyour. The recipe was adaptedaccording to the ingredients I had available at the time. I would recommend this book to anyone who enjoys the flavours of Persian cooking. My husband gave me this book as a present to our first wedding anniversary in 2014.

    How to make this Pistachio Feta Dip?

    Ingredients

    • 100 g / 3.5 oz shelled pistachio nuts
    • 75 ml / 2.5 fl oz olive oil
    • 300 g / 10.5 oz feta cheese
    • 2 tsp dried dill
    • 30 g / 1 oz fresh coriander/ cilantro leaves – remove the leafs from the stem
    • 1 garlic clove – peels and crushed
    • 1 long chilli (remove the seeds if you dont like it hot)
    • 3 tsp Greek yoghurt
    • Juice of half a lemon
    grinding pistachios in food processor

    Pistachio Feta Dip Recipe

    1. Grind the pistachios in the Food processor for 30 seconds
    2. Add the rest of the ingredients (olive oil, feta cheese, dill, coriander/cilantro, garlic, chilli, Greek Yoghurt and lemon juice) and grind to a smooth paste.
    3. Add pepper to taste. (The feta cheese is already quite salty)
    4. Serve with pita bread or baguette.

    How to serve this pistachio dipping sauce?

    The best way to enjoy this Persian feta dip is to have it with fresh pita or french bread and a few other mezze dishes. Mezze brings some of the best thing in the world. It gives you a chance to have a truly varied meal, to experience small amounts of different flavours or textures in a good company.

    • Lebanese Hummus
    • Baba Ghanoush
    • Coriander Dip
    • Quark Dip
    Pistachip Feta Dip on French Bread

    Can I prepare this feta dip in advance?

    Yes you can make this feta cheese dip up to 3 days ahead of time and stored in a airtight container in the fridge. It will stiffen up in the fridge to a spread-like consistency. Ensure to leave it out at room temperature for at least an hour before serving.

    How long does this dip stay good?

    The dip will stay good up to 5 days, if kept in an airtight container in the fridge.

    Recipe

    Feta and Pistachio Dip

    Quick Pistachio Feta Dip

    Marita
    This feta dip is a delicious mezze spread. This dipping sauce goes well with french bread or pita
    5 from 5 votes
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    Prep Time 5 minutes mins
    Cook Time 5 minutes mins
    Total Time 10 minutes mins
    Course Appetizer
    Cuisine Persian
    Servings 8 people
    Calories 258 kcal

    Equipment

    • food processor

    Ingredients
      

    • 100 g shelled pistachio nuts  3.5 oz
    • 75 ml olive oil 2.5 fl oz
    • 300 g feta cheese  10.5 oz
    • 2 teaspoon dried dill
    • 30 g fresh coriander 1 oz - remove the leaves from the stems
    • 1 garlic clove peeled and crushed
    • 1 chilli remove the seeds if you dont like it too hot
    • 3 teaspoon greek yoghurt
    • juice of half a lemon
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    Instructions
     

    • Grind the pistachios in the food processor for 30 seconds.
    • Add the rest of the ingredients (olive oil, feta cheese, dill, coriander/cilantro, garlic, chilli, Greek Yoghurt and lemon juice) and grind to a smooth paste.
    • Season with pepper. (Add salt is necessary as the feta cheese is already quite salty)
    • Serve with pita bread or baguette.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 258kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 8gFat: 23gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 33mgSodium: 422mgPotassium: 201mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 531IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 209mgIron: 1mg
    Keyword feta dip, feta dipping sauce, pistachio dipping sauce, pistachip dip
    Did you make this recipe? I love hearing how you went with my recipes! Please leave a quick Comment and star rating. I appreciate your feedback.


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    1. Ghanashyam says

      April 22, 2021 at 1:01 pm

      5 stars
      I love pistachios, and this looks really yummy! Will try for sure.

      Reply
    2. Fabiana says

      April 21, 2021 at 8:31 pm

      5 stars
      I've never tried a dip with feta and pistachio together, but being a huge fan of both, your recipe seems brilliant and delicious to me. Can't wait to try it!

      Reply
    3. Emily says

      April 21, 2021 at 4:33 pm

      5 stars
      I never thought to put pistachios in a dip but I'm so glad I found your recipe!! This was delicious and disappeared quickly!

      Reply
    4. Gregory says

      April 21, 2021 at 1:58 pm

      YUM! Pistachios and feta! What a cool combo. AND so helathy too

      Reply
    5. Andra says

      April 21, 2021 at 1:46 pm

      5 stars
      I love pistachios, I love feta, so I have a feeling I'm gonna love your recipe. Can't wait to try this <3 Thank you!

      Reply

    Hi, I'm Marita

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