Description
Whipped Feta with Roasted Strawberries is a delightful and creamy appetizer that combines the tanginess of feta cheese with the sweetness of roasted strawberries.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces feta cheese, crumbled
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 pint strawberries, hulled and halved
- 2 tablespoons honey
- Fresh mint leaves for garnish (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the halved strawberries with honey and a pinch of salt. Spread them evenly on the prepared baking sheet.
- Roast the strawberries in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until they are soft and caramelized. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly.
- In a food processor, combine the crumbled feta, cream cheese, Greek yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic powder, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Blend until smooth and creamy.
- Taste the whipped feta and adjust seasoning if necessary.
- To serve, spread the whipped feta on a serving platter and top with the roasted strawberries. Garnish with fresh mint leaves if desired.
Notes
- For a spicy kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the whipped feta mixture.
- Serve with toasted baguette slices or crackers for a delightful appetizer.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Roasting and Blending
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 40mg