Description
A delightful and creamy whipped feta combined with sweet and tangy balsamic strawberries, perfect for summer gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/2 cup full-fat Greek yogurt
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 small garlic clove, minced
- 1 1/2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and halved
- 1 1/2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 1 tsp honey
- 1/4 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
- Pinch of sea salt
- Fresh basil, thinly sliced (optional)
- Extra cracked pepper (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Feta Mixture: In a mixing bowl, combine the crumbled feta cheese, Greek yogurt, olive oil, fresh lemon juice, and minced garlic. Blend until smooth and creamy.
- Prepare the Strawberry Topping: In a separate bowl, mix the hulled strawberries with balsamic vinegar, honey, freshly cracked black pepper, and a pinch of sea salt. Let sit for a few minutes.
- Assemble the Dish: Serve the whipped feta base on a plate and spoon the balsamic strawberry topping over it.
- Garnish and Serve: Add fresh basil and additional cracked pepper if desired. Serve immediately.
Notes
For best results, serve immediately or add the strawberry topping just before serving to maintain freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No Cooking Required
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: whipped feta, balsamic strawberries, summer appetizer, creamy dip, fresh flavors