Whipped Feta with Honey
Whipped Feta with Honey is the perfect blend of creamy, salty feta cheese and sweet honey, making it an irresistible dip for any occasion. This delightful appetizer is not only simple to prepare but also incredibly versatile, fitting seamlessly into casual gatherings or elegant soirées. With a touch of red pepper flakes for a hint of heat and topped with crunchy pistachios, this dip will quickly become your go-to recipe. Serve it alongside toasted baguette slices or crispy vegetable chips for a delicious snack that’s sure to impress family and friends alike.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 8 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
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- 8 ounces cow's milk feta cheese
- ¼ cup honey
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons whole milk (or plain Greek yogurt)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- ⅓ cup chopped pistachios (for garnish)
Instructions
- Break the feta into pieces and rinse briefly under cold water to reduce saltiness.
- In a small saucepan, warm honey with red pepper flakes over medium heat until simmering. Remove from heat and let cool.
- In a food processor, combine drained feta, lemon juice, and whole milk or Greek yogurt. Process until smooth.
- Gradually drizzle in olive oil while blending until creamy.
- Transfer to a serving bowl, swirl the top, drizzle cooled hot honey, and garnish with pistachios.
- Serve immediately with toasted baguette slices.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 30g
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
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