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Creamy Whipped Feta with Za’atar Tomatoes

Creamy Whipped Feta with Za’atar Tomatoes that Impresses Every Time

A delicious appetizer of Creamy Whipped Feta with Za’atar Tomatoes that impresses every time.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Whipped Feta
  • 8 ounces Feta Cheese Consider using a dairy-free option for a vegan twist.
  • 1/2 cup Yogurt Coconut yogurt is a great dairy-free substitute.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Start with a small drizzle to control texture.
For the Roasted Tomatoes
  • 2 cups Cherry Tomatoes Sweet and juicy; choose these for even roasting.
  • 2 tablespoons Za’atar A fragrant spice blend that brings an earthy flavor.
For the Topping
  • 1/4 cup Pine Nuts Offers a delightful crunch; walnuts or pumpkin seeds can be used as alternatives.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • food processor
  • baking sheet
  • skillet

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss cherry tomatoes with a drizzle of olive oil and za'atar until well-coated. Spread on a baking sheet in a single layer and bake for 20-25 minutes.
  2. While the tomatoes are roasting, toast the pine nuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3-5 minutes until golden brown and fragrant.
  3. In a food processor, combine feta cheese and yogurt, pulse until smooth. Gradually drizzle in olive oil to achieve a spreadable texture.
  4. Scoop the whipped feta into a serving bowl, top with roasted tomatoes, and sprinkle toasted pine nuts over the top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 9gProtein: 10gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 18gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 180mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Let the whipped feta chill for about 30 minutes before serving for the best flavor. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.

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