Tangy whipped feta with lemon, honey, and herbs enhances any holiday platter with pita chips or fresh vegetables.
# Components:
→ 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 more 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
# Method:
01 - In a food processor, blend feta, cream cheese, Greek yogurt, olive oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, and garlic until very smooth and creamy, approximately 2 to 3 minutes, scraping down sides as needed.
02 - Taste and add more lemon juice or olive oil to preference for balancing flavor.
03 - Spoon the whipped mixture into a shallow serving bowl.
04 - Create swirling patterns on the surface using the back of a spoon, then drizzle generously with honey and a little olive oil.
05 - Sprinkle chopped dill, mint, black pepper, and optionally crushed red pepper flakes over the top.
06 - Present immediately accompanied by pita chips, crostini, or fresh vegetable crudités.
