Whipped Feta Dip with Roasted Strawberries Recipe
A creamy and tangy whipped feta dip paired perfectly with sweet, roasted strawberries. This delightful appetizer balances savory and sweet flavors, making it an elegant and easy-to-make dish for entertaining or snacking.
- Author: rami
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Roasting and Blending
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
For the Whipped Feta Dip
- 8 oz feta cheese
- 4 oz cream cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
For the Roasted Strawberries
- 1 lb fresh strawberries
- 2 tbsp sugar (or honey/maple syrup)
- 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to prepare for roasting the strawberries.
- Prepare Strawberries: Slice the fresh strawberries and arrange them evenly on a baking tray.
- Add Sweetener and Vinegar: Sprinkle the sliced strawberries with sugar (or your preferred alternative like honey or maple syrup) and drizzle with balsamic vinegar to enhance their flavor.
- Roast Strawberries: Place the tray in the oven and roast for about 20 minutes until the strawberries become jammy and soft.
- Make Whipped Feta Dip: In a blender, combine the feta cheese, cream cheese, olive oil, lemon juice, and season with salt and pepper. Blend until the mixture is smooth but can be left slightly textured based on preference.
- Serve: Once the strawberries are roasted, serve them alongside the whipped feta dip with your choice of bread, crackers, or fresh vegetables for dipping.
Notes
- Use high-quality feta cheese for the best flavor and creamy texture.
- Adjust the sweetness of the roasted strawberries by choosing sugar, honey, or maple syrup according to taste or dietary needs.
- Serve immediately for the freshest taste, but dip can be refrigerated up to 2 days.
- Great as an appetizer or a snack with crusty bread, pita chips, or vegetable sticks.
- For a vegan version, substitute feta and cream cheese with plant-based alternatives.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 430 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 25 mg
Keywords: whipped feta dip, roasted strawberries, appetizer, Mediterranean dip, sweet and savory dip