Description
Indulge in the creamy delight of Whipped Feta & Roasted Olives, a vibrant appetizer that combines rich flavors and elegant presentation. This easy-to-make dish features whipped feta cheese blended to perfection with aromatic herbs and topped with warm roasted olives infused with thyme. Perfect for any gathering, from casual get-togethers to festive celebrations, this delectable dip is sure to impress your guests and elevate your appetizer game. Serve it with fresh bread or colorful veggies for a customizable snacking experience that is as nutritious as it is satisfying.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup whole green olives, pitted
- 1/2 cup whole black olives, pitted
- 3/4 cup olive oil
- 8 oz. feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup whipped cream cheese
- 1 tbsp honey
- Fresh thyme and oregano
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a baking dish, combine green and black olives with 1/4 cup olive oil, flaky salt, and black pepper. Toss to coat evenly.
- Top with fresh thyme and roast in the oven for 8-10 minutes until fragrant and slightly blistered.
- In a food processor, blend crumbled feta cheese, whipped cream cheese, remaining olive oil, lemon zest, black pepper, and honey until smooth.
- Transfer the whipped feta to a serving bowl and top with roasted olives and their oil.
- Garnish with extra herbs if desired and serve warm alongside fresh or grilled bread.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup (60g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 15mg