Description
Whipped Feta with Tangy Olives is a creamy and flavorful appetizer perfect for entertaining or a light snack. This easy-to-make recipe blends feta and cream cheese into a smooth spread, enhanced with olive oil, lemon juice, and honey for a balanced tang and sweetness. Topped with chopped kalamata and green olives and fresh oregano, it offers a delightful Mediterranean-inspired taste served best with pita bread, crackers, or fresh vegetables.
Ingredients
Scale
Cheese Blend
- 8 ounces feta cheese, crumbled
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Olive Topping
- 1/4 cup kalamata olives, chopped
- 1/4 cup green olives, chopped
- 1 teaspoon fresh oregano, chopped (optional)
- Olive oil, for drizzling
To Serve
- Pita bread, crackers, or veggies
Instructions
- Prepare the Cheese Mixture: In a food processor, combine the crumbled feta cheese, softened cream cheese, 2 tablespoons olive oil, lemon juice, honey, and black pepper. Blend until the mixture is smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as necessary to ensure even blending.
- Transfer to Serving Bowl: Spoon the whipped feta mixture into a serving bowl and spread it evenly to create a smooth surface.
- Add Olive Topping: Sprinkle the chopped kalamata and green olives evenly over the surface of the whipped feta. If desired, sprinkle with freshly chopped oregano for extra flavor and a fresh herbal note.
- Drizzle with Olive Oil: Lightly drizzle olive oil over the olive topping to enhance the taste and add a glossy finish.
- Serve Immediately: Serve the whipped feta spread right away accompanied by pita bread, crackers, or fresh vegetables for dipping.
Notes
- Use good quality feta cheese for best flavor.
- Adjust the amount of honey for sweetness according to your taste preference.
- Fresh oregano is optional but adds a lovely herbal flavor.
- This spread is best served fresh but can be refrigerated for up to 2 days.
- Pair with a variety of dippers like cucumber slices, bell peppers, or toasted baguette slices.
