Whipped Feta Roasted Tomatoes (Printable Version)

Creamy feta blend with roasted tomatoes and basil, perfect for spreading on bread or crackers.

# What You'll 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. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a mixing bowl, combine halved cherry tomatoes, olive oil, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and pepper. Toss until evenly coated.
03 - Arrange tomatoes in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Roast for 20 to 25 minutes until softened, caramelized, and slightly blistered. Remove and allow to cool slightly.
04 - In a food processor, combine crumbled feta cheese, softened cream cheese, Greek yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, and black pepper. Blend until mixture is completely smooth and creamy, scraping sides as needed.
05 - Transfer whipped feta to a shallow serving bowl. Smooth the surface using the back of a spoon.
06 - Spoon roasted cherry tomatoes and their juices over the whipped feta. Top with torn basil leaves and a drizzle of olive oil.
07 - Serve promptly with warm pita bread or gluten-free crackers as desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Effortlessly elegant appetizer ready in under 45 minutes.
  • Rich, tangy whipped feta and caramelized tomatoes provide balanced flavor and color.
  • Versatile and crowd-pleasing, perfect for vegetarians and gluten-free guests.
  • Minimal prep and simple ingredients for maximum payoff.
  • Great for sharing—serve with pita, gluten-free crackers, or crisp vegetables.
02 -
  • Feta, Frischkäse und Joghurt vor der Verarbeitung auf Zimmertemperatur bringen für maximale Cremigkeit.
  • Die Tomaten direkt nach dem Rösten samt Saft über den Dip geben – das sorgt für extra Aroma und Saftigkeit.
  • Für glutenfreie Gäste einfach mit Gemüsesticks oder glutenfreien Crackern statt Pita servieren.
  • Nach Belieben etwas Zitronenschale über den fertigen Dip reiben für frische mediterrane Noten.
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