Description
Indulge in the creamy and tangy flavors of this Whipped Feta with Beetroot, Dill & Pistachios dish. Perfect for a Mediterranean-inspired appetizer, this recipe combines the richness of feta with the earthy sweetness of beets, fragrant dill, and crunchy pistachios.
Ingredients
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Whipped Feta:
- 8 oz feta cheese (crumbled)
- 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small garlic clove (minced)
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Additional Ingredients:
- 1 small roasted beet (peeled and finely diced)
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
- 3 tablespoons chopped roasted pistachios
- extra olive oil and dill for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Whipped Feta: In a food processor or blender, combine feta, Greek yogurt, olive oil, garlic, and black pepper. Blend until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed.
- Assemble: Spread the whipped feta onto a serving plate or shallow bowl. Top evenly with diced roasted beet, chopped dill, and crushed pistachios.
- Garnish and Serve: Drizzle with a bit of olive oil and garnish with extra dill if desired. Serve with toasted pita, crackers, or fresh vegetables.
Notes
- To roast beets, wrap in foil and bake at 400°F (200°C) for 45–60 minutes until tender, then peel once cool.
- You can prepare the whipped feta up to 2 days in advance and assemble just before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes (if using pre-roasted beet)
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of recipe
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
