Description
Whipped Feta with Roasted Strawberries is a beautiful and indulgent appetizer that combines creamy, tangy whipped feta with sweet, caramelized strawberries. Drizzled with honey and topped with fresh mint, this dish is not only stunning to look at but also bursting with flavor.
Ingredients
8 oz block feta cheese, in brine
4 oz cream cheese, softened
1 pint fresh strawberries, hulled and halved
1 tbsp olive oil
1–2 tbsp honey (to taste)
Fresh mint leaves, for garnish
Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Roast the Strawberries: Place the halved strawberries on a baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil. Toss gently to coat. Roast for 15–18 minutes, or until soft and caramelized. Let cool slightly.
- Make the Whipped Feta: In a food processor, combine feta cheese and cream cheese. Blend until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed.
- Assemble the Dish: Spread the whipped feta onto a serving plate in swirls.
- Top with Roasted Strawberries: Once cooled, top the whipped feta with roasted strawberries, spooning any juices from the pan over the feta.
- Finish with Honey and Mint: Drizzle with honey, garnish with fresh mint, and add freshly ground black pepper.
- Serve: Serve with toasted bread, crackers, or fresh vegetables for dipping.
Notes
Customization: Swap strawberries for roasted peaches or figs depending on the season.
Make Ahead: Prepare the strawberries and whipped feta in advance. Store separately in the fridge and assemble before serving.
Honey Variation: Adjust honey to taste or experiment with flavored honey like lavender or rosemary for a unique twist.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Roasting, Blending
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of the dish
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 330mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
