Greek Style Avocado Spread
Refreshing spread with avocado, Greek yogurt, and cucumber
Ingredients
- 2 ripe avocados peeled and pitted
- ½ cup Greek yogurt full fat preferred for creaminess
- ½ small cucumber finely diced
- ⅓ cup feta cheese crumbles
- 4 tbsp olive oil extra virgin
- 1 tbsp fresh dill chopped (plus extra for garnish)
- 1 tbsp fresh mint chopped
- 1 clove garlic minced
- 1 lemon zest and juice
- ½ tsp dried oregano
- salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- Optional topping: a sprinkle of kalamata olives chopped
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, mash the avocados with a fork until mostly smooth, leaving a few chunks for texture.
- Add the Greek yogurt to the mashed avocado and stir gently to combine.
- Fold in the diced cucumber, crumbled feta, minced garlic, lemon zest, lemon juice, dill, mint, and oregano. Drizzle in the olive oil.
- Taste the spread and season with salt and pepper. Adjust the lemon juice if you want it tangier.
- Spoon the spread into a serving bowl. Garnish with extra dill, a drizzle of olive oil, and (if using) chopped kalamata olives.
- Serve immediately with warm pita bread, fresh veggies, or as a topping for grilled chicken, lamb, or fish.
Nutrition
Calories: 220kcal
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