Description
A creamy, tangy whipped feta spread topped with oven-roasted balsamic strawberries, honey drizzle, and fresh basil. A stunning appetizer perfect for entertaining.
Ingredients
For the Whipped Feta:
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8 oz feta (block, crumbled)
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1/3 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
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2 tbsp olive oil
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1 tbsp honey
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Pinch of black pepper
For the Roasted Strawberries:
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1 lb strawberries, halved
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2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
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2 tbsp honey
Optional Garnish:
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Fresh basil
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Extra honey
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Crushed pistachios
Instructions
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Add feta, sour cream/yogurt, olive oil, honey, and pepper to a food processor. Blend until smooth.
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Transfer to a bowl. Chill for 1 hour.
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Preheat oven to 350°F. Line baking sheet with parchment paper.
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Place strawberries on sheet. Drizzle with balsamic and honey.
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Roast for 12–15 minutes. Let cool.
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Spread whipped feta onto a serving dish.
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Top with strawberries and their juices.
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Garnish with basil and honey. Serve immediately.
Notes
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Use block feta for best results.
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Full-fat yogurt or sour cream adds creaminess.
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Roasted strawberries can be made 1 day ahead.
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For extra depth, infuse olive oil with herbs before using.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer / Side
- Method: Roasted / Blended
- Cuisine: Mediterranean-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 batch
- Calories: 145
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 270mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 15mg