Description

Bright, fresh, and creamy, this Best Spring Pea and Feta Dip celebrates the sweet crunch of peas paired with tangy feta, zesty lemon, and aromatic herbs. Perfect for spring gatherings, it’s a light yet indulgent appetizer that pairs beautifully with pita chips, crostini, or garden veggies.

Ingredients

Scale

1 lb. fresh or frozen sweet peas (preferably petite peas)
2 scallions, sliced
1 clove garlic, grated
1/4 cup chopped fresh basil leaves
1/4 cup chopped fresh mint leaves
1 lemon, zested, juiced
5 oz. feta, crumbled, divided
Extra-virgin olive oil, for drizzling
Pita chips, crostini, or crudités, for serving

Instructions

In a food processor, combine the peas, scallions, garlic, basil, mint, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Pulse until coarsely pureed.
Add half of the crumbled feta and pulse a few more times to incorporate.
With the processor running, drizzle in extra-virgin olive oil until the dip reaches a smooth, spreadable consistency.
Transfer the dip to a serving bowl, stir in the remaining feta, and season with salt and pepper to taste.
Drizzle with a little more olive oil, garnish with extra herbs if desired, and serve with pita chips, crostini, or fresh vegetable sticks.

Notes

Tip: For a richer texture, blend in half an avocado. Substitute goat cheese if you prefer a milder flavor. This dip keeps well in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days; just give it a quick stir before serving. It’s also freezer-friendly for up to 1 month—thaw and refresh with a splash of olive oil.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Appetizer
Method: No-Cook
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1/4 cup
Calories: 180
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 350mg
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 6g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 18g
Fiber: 5g
Protein: 6g
Cholesterol: 15mg

Keywords: spring, peas, dip, appetizer, vegetarian, gluten-free