Description
This Whipped Feta Dip with Roasted Strawberries is a vibrant, creamy appetizer combining tangy whipped feta cheese with sweet, jammy roasted strawberries. The combination of salty and sweet flavors, enhanced with olive oil and balsamic vinegar, makes it an elegant and delicious dip ideal for serving with fresh bread or raw vegetables.
Ingredients
Scale
Dip Ingredients
- 8 oz feta cheese
- 4 oz cream cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
Roasted Strawberry Ingredients
- 1 lb fresh strawberries
- 2 tbsp sugar (or honey/maple syrup)
- 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to prepare for roasting the strawberries.
- Prepare Strawberries: Slice the fresh strawberries and spread them evenly on a baking tray to ensure even roasting.
- Add Sweeteners and Vinegar: Sprinkle the strawberries with sugar and drizzle with balsamic vinegar to enhance their natural sweetness and add depth of flavor.
- Roast Strawberries: Place the baking tray in the preheated oven and roast the strawberries for about 20 minutes, until they become soft and jammy in texture.
- Make Whipped Feta Dip: While the strawberries roast, combine feta cheese, cream cheese, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a blender. Blend until smooth while leaving a bit of texture if you prefer a creamier yet slightly chunky dip.
- Serve: Once the strawberries are roasted, serve them alongside the whipped feta dip with your choice of fresh bread or raw veggies for dipping.
Notes
- You can substitute sugar with honey or maple syrup for a natural sweetener alternative.
- Adjust seasoning in the dip based on your taste preference.
- For a vegan version, use vegan feta and cream cheese substitutes.
- Serve immediately after roasting and blending for the best flavor and texture.
- This dip pairs wonderfully with crusty bread, pita chips, or crisp vegetables like cucumber and celery.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Keywords: whipped feta dip, roasted strawberries, feta and cream cheese dip, sweet and salty dip, appetizer recipe, Mediterranean dip
