Description
Whipped Feta with Roasted Garlic is a creamy and flavorful dip that combines the tanginess of feta cheese with the rich sweetness of roasted garlic, perfect for spreading on bread or serving with vegetables.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz feta cheese
- 1 head of garlic
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Fresh herbs (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Cut the top off the head of garlic, drizzle with olive oil, and wrap in foil.
- Roast the garlic in the oven for about 30-35 minutes until soft.
- In a food processor, combine the feta cheese, roasted garlic (squeezed out of the skins), olive oil, lemon juice, and black pepper.
- Blend until smooth and creamy.
- Transfer to a serving bowl and garnish with fresh herbs if desired.
- Serve with bread, crackers, or fresh vegetables.
Notes
- For a creamier texture, add a little water or more olive oil while blending.
- This dip can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Experiment with different herbs for varied flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Blending and Roasting
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Whipped Feta, Roasted Garlic, Dip, Appetizer, Mediterranean