Step 1

Prepare the following, adding each to the bowl of a food processor fitted with the blade attachment as you complete it: Finely grate the zest of 1 small lemon. Smash and peel 1 small garlic clove. Crumble 8 ounces feta cheese (about 2 cups).

Step 2

Add 1/2 cup plain whole-milk Greek yogurt and 1 tablespoon olive oil. Process, scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed, until the mixture is whipped and very smooth, 3 to 4 minutes.

Step 3

Transfer the feta dip to a serving bowl. Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 8 hours; it will thicken slightly in the refrigerator. Drizzle with olive oil and garnish with chopped fresh parsley leaves and Aleppo pepper or red peppers flakes, if desired. Serve with pita bread, crackers, or crudité.