The buttery flavors of healthy Bulgarian yogurt and signature White cheese

Get ready to dive into a delightful and creamy dip that’s sure to be a hit at any get-together. Sweet, creamy, and savory all in one, this dip is perfect for whether it’s a weekend or a weeknight dinner. Inspired by Bulgarian yogurth, this dip boasts the sweet and buttery flavors of a hearty texture signature of any cheese-based dip. To save time without sacrificing any flavor, serve this with corn chips, toasted baguette slices, or your favorite fresh vegetables.

Wine suggestion:

A noble, polished aromas of ripe apricots, toasted nuts and honey, such as Tsarev Brod Riesling Amber Harvest, balances the rich and creamy texture of the dip.

Photo courtesy of Joana Petrova

Ingredients For 4-6 servings

  • 200g Bulgarian cow’s white cheese, crumbled
  • 60g cream cheese, ricotta or cottage cheese
  • 100g Bulgarian yoghurt
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • ¼ tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tbsp each chopped fresh parsley, dill and mint
  • salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Ingredients for decoration

  • olive oil
  • coarsely chopped walnuts
  • flaked red pepper
  • saffron
  • fresh parsley, dill, mint leaves

Directions

All the ingredients for the dip are mixed in a food processor and ground until a paste is obtained. Be careful with the salt, because the cheese can be quite salty!
Once ready, transfer it to a jar or box with a lid and store in the refrigerator for 3-4 days.
Before serving, you can sprinkle it with olive oil and make a combination with walnuts, red pepper, saffron and fresh green spices.
It is suitable for serving with fresh or roasted vegetables, with crackers, breadsticks or toasted bread.

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