White Bean, Lemon, and Herbed Feta Dip
January 20, 2026
How to Make White Bean, Lemon, and Herbed Feta Dip
Even though it can be made in a flash, this zesty dip combines all the bright flavors of Greece in one easy-to-make dish. If you are a Mediterranean food fan, this dip will make a great addition to hummus in your repertoire. Note that when storing this dip in the refrigerator, it tends to firm up. Before serving, simply stir in water a tablespoon at a time until it becomes the desired consistency.
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15 min prep time
8servings
1/4 cup
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Step-By-Step Instructions:
- Combine cannellini beans, feta, lemon juice and zest, olive oil, mint, and oregano in a food processor. Pulsing on and off, purée until smooth.
- Taste and season with salt (if desired) and pepper.
Nutrition facts
8 Servings
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Serving Size
1/4 cup
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Amount per serving
Calories
120
- % Daily value*
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Total Fat
8g
10%-
Saturated Fat
1.9g
10% -
Trans Fats
0.1g
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Saturated Fat
-
Cholesterol
10mg
3% -
Sodium
80mg
3% -
Total Carbohydrate
9g
3%-
Dietary Fiber
2g
7% -
Total Sugars
1g
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Dietary Fiber
-
Protein
4g
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Potassium
160mg
3%
Ingredients
canned or cooked cannellini beans
1 1/2 cup
Greek feta cheese (cut into small pieces or crumbled)
1/2 cup
juice and zest of 1 lemon
1
extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 cup
fresh mint (plus extra for garnish)
1/4 cup
fresh oregano (plus extra for garnish)
1/4 cup
freshly ground black pepper
to taste