Creamy whipped feta paired with roasted tomatoes, basil, and olive oil for a tasty, Mediterranean-style snack.
# Ingredient List:
→ Roasted Cherry Tomatoes
01 - 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 1 clove garlic, minced
04 - 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
05 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
06 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
→ Whipped Feta
07 - 7 ounces feta cheese, crumbled
08 - 3.5 ounces cream cheese, softened
09 - 2 tablespoons plain Greek yogurt
10 - 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
11 - 1 tablespoon lemon juice
12 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
→ To Serve
13 - 2 tablespoons fresh basil leaves, torn
14 - Extra olive oil, for drizzling
15 - Warm pita bread or gluten-free crackers (optional)
# Recipe Steps:
01 - Set oven to 400°F and allow to preheat fully before beginning roasting.
02 - In a mixing bowl, combine cherry tomatoes with olive oil, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper. Toss thoroughly to coat.
03 - Arrange the seasoned tomatoes in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Roast for 20 to 25 minutes until tomatoes are softened, caramelized, and lightly blistered. Allow to cool slightly.
04 - Place feta cheese, cream cheese, Greek yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, and black pepper into a food processor. Blend until extremely smooth and creamy, pausing to scrape down sides if necessary.
05 - Transfer whipped feta into a shallow serving bowl and smooth the surface with the back of a spoon.
06 - Spoon roasted tomatoes and their juices over the whipped feta. Top with torn basil leaves and a light drizzle of olive oil.
07 - Serve promptly with warm pita bread or gluten-free crackers.
