Description
A creamy, tangy whipped feta paired with sweet and savory roasted tomatoes. Perfect as an appetizer, dip, or spread.
Ingredients
8 oz feta cheese, crumbled
4 oz cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup olive oil
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
Salt and pepper, to taste
1 pint cherry tomatoes
1 tablespoon olive oil (for roasting)
1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
Fresh basil, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine the feta cheese, cream cheese, olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Use a hand mixer or stand mixer to blend until smooth and creamy, about 2-3 minutes. Set aside.
- Place the cherry tomatoes on a baking sheet, drizzle with 1 tablespoon olive oil, and season with a pinch of salt and pepper.
- Roast the tomatoes in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until they burst and are slightly caramelized.
- Once roasted, remove the tomatoes from the oven and drizzle with balsamic vinegar.
- To serve, spread the whipped feta onto a platter, top with the roasted tomatoes, and garnish with fresh basil leaves.
- Serve with crusty bread, crackers, or fresh vegetables.
Notes
- You can substitute fresh basil with parsley or other herbs of your choice.
- Use good quality feta cheese for the best flavor.
- This dip can be made ahead – keep the whipped feta and roasted tomatoes separate until ready to serve.
- Ensure cream cheese is softened before blending for a smoother texture.
- This dish pairs wonderfully with a crusty baguette or fresh pita.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Roasting and Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 200 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 400 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg