Smooth whipped feta blended with lemon, honey, and aromatic herbs for a flavorful, creamy spread.
# Needed Ingredients:
→ Dairy
01 - 7 oz feta cheese, crumbled
02 - 3.5 oz cream cheese, softened
03 - 2 tbsp Greek yogurt
→ Flavorings
04 - 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, plus additional for drizzling
05 - 1 tsp lemon zest
06 - 1 tbsp lemon juice
07 - 1 small garlic clove, minced
→ Toppings
08 - 2 tbsp honey
09 - 1 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
10 - 1 tbsp fresh mint, chopped
11 - 1/2 tsp cracked black pepper
12 - Pinch of crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
→ For Serving
13 - Pita chips, crostini, or fresh vegetables
# Preparation Steps:
01 - In a food processor, blend feta, cream cheese, Greek yogurt, olive oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, and minced garlic until smooth and creamy, about 2-3 minutes, scraping down the sides as needed.
02 - Taste the mixture and add more lemon juice or olive oil if desired to balance the flavors.
03 - Spoon the whipped feta into a shallow serving bowl, smoothing the surface with the back of a spoon.
04 - Drizzle honey and a little olive oil over the top, then sprinkle with chopped dill, mint, cracked black pepper, and red pepper flakes if using.
05 - Present immediately alongside pita chips, crostini, or fresh vegetables for dipping.
