Description
A fresh, vibrant appetizer combining creamy whipped feta cheese with sweet roasted strawberries for a sophisticated and delicious flavor contrast.
Ingredients
- 8 ounces feta cheese, crumbled
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon honey (optional)
- Fresh basil or mint leaves for garnish
- Freshly ground black pepper to taste
- Crackers, crostini, or toasted bread for serving
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss sliced strawberries with olive oil and honey if using, spread on a baking sheet.
- Roast strawberries for 15-20 minutes until softened and caramelized. Let cool slightly.
- In a food processor or blender, combine crumbled feta and softened cream cheese. Blend until smooth and creamy.
- Transfer whipped feta to a serving bowl and top with roasted strawberries.
- Garnish with fresh basil or mint leaves and freshly ground black pepper.
- Serve immediately with crackers, crostini, or toasted bread.
Notes
- Sprinkle toasted pistachios or walnuts for added crunch.
- Mix fresh thyme or rosemary into whipped feta for extra flavor.
- Add a drizzle of balsamic glaze over strawberries for sweet tang.
- Use vegan cream cheese and tofu-based feta for a vegan version.
- Toss whipped feta and roasted strawberries with mixed greens for a salad.
- Store whipped feta and strawberries separately in airtight containers in the fridge up to 2 days.
- Serve strawberries at room temperature or slightly warmed; avoid microwaving feta.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Roasting and blending
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of recipe
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
