Description
A creamy and savory dip featuring smooth whipped feta cheese, tangy olives, and a hint of honey and lemon. This Whipped Feta with Tangy Olives is perfect for serving with pita bread, crackers, or fresh veggies at your next gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces feta cheese, crumbled
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup kalamata olives, chopped
- 1/4 cup green olives, chopped
- 1 teaspoon fresh oregano, chopped (optional)
- Olive oil, for drizzling
- Pita bread, crackers, or veggies, for serving
Instructions
- In a food processor, combine feta cheese, cream cheese, olive oil, lemon juice, honey, and black pepper. Blend until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed.
- Transfer the whipped feta to a serving bowl and spread evenly.
- Top with chopped kalamata and green olives, and sprinkle with fresh oregano, if desired.
- Drizzle with olive oil before serving.
- Serve immediately with pita bread, crackers, or fresh veggies.
Notes
- You can adjust the amount of honey to suit your taste preference for sweetness.
- Fresh herbs like thyme or basil can be used as an alternative to oregano.
- This dip can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes