Tangy whipped feta with roasted cherry tomatoes. Creamy, savory, and ideal for parties or Mediterranean-inspired snacking.
# What You Need:
→ 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)
# Directions:
01 - Set oven temperature to 400°F (200°C) and allow to fully preheat before roasting.
02 - Combine halved cherry tomatoes, olive oil, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl. Toss gently to coat.
03 - Spread tomatoes on a parchment-lined baking sheet in a single layer. Roast for 20–25 minutes until soft, caramelized, and blistered. Let them cool slightly.
04 - Add feta cheese, cream cheese, Greek yogurt, extra-virgin olive oil, lemon juice, and black pepper to a food processor or blender. Process until extremely smooth and creamy, scraping the sides as needed.
05 - Transfer whipped feta mixture to a shallow serving bowl and smooth the surface with the back of a spoon.
06 - Spoon roasted cherry tomatoes and their juices over the whipped feta. Garnish with torn basil leaves and drizzle with olive oil.
07 - Present immediately with warm pita bread or gluten-free crackers.
