Tirokafteri

Tirokafteri is a delightful Greek dip made from feta cheese and roasted red peppers, offering a spicy kick and creamy texture. This healthy appetizer is perfect for sharing, served with pita bread or fresh vegetables.

Ingredients

• Feta cheese - 150 grams
• Roasted red peppers - 75 grams (drained weight)
• Greek yogurt - 2 tablespoons
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Garlic - 1 clove (minced)
• Red chili flakes - 1/2 teaspoon (adjust to taste)
• Fresh parsley - 1 tablespoon (chopped)
• Salt - to taste

Steps

1. In a food processor, combine the feta cheese, roasted red peppers, Greek yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, and red chili flakes.
2. Blend the mixture until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides of the processor as needed.
3. Taste and add salt as necessary, blending again to incorporate.
4. Transfer the dip to a serving bowl and sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley.
5. Serve immediately with pita bread, crackers, or fresh vegetable sticks.

Nutrition

• Calories: 220
• Protein: 10 g
• Carbs: 6 g
• Fiber: 1 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 30 mg
• Total Fat: 18 g
• Saturated Fat: 7 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in protein from feta cheese and Greek yogurt, supporting muscle health.
• Contains healthy fats from olive oil, promoting heart health.

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