Description
Indulge in the perfect blend of sweet and savory with this delicious whipped feta and roasted strawberries recipe. Creamy whipped feta pairs beautifully with juicy, caramelized strawberries for a delightful appetizer or brunch spread.
Ingredients
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For Whipped Feta:
- 8 oz feta cheese (crumbled)
- 1/3 cup plain Greek yogurt or cream cheese
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon honey (optional)
For Roasted Strawberries:
- 1 cup fresh strawberries (halved or quartered)
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Roast the strawberries: Toss the strawberries with honey, vanilla extract, and salt. Roast on a parchment-lined baking sheet for 20–25 minutes until soft.
- Prepare the whipped feta: Blend feta, Greek yogurt (or cream cheese), olive oil, lemon zest, pepper, and honey until smooth.
- Assemble: Spread the whipped feta in a dish, top with roasted strawberries, drizzle with olive oil, and serve with accompaniments.
Notes
- For a vegan version, use dairy-free yogurt and vegan feta.
- This dish can be prepared a day in advance.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Roasting, Blending
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 340mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
