Tangy whipped feta topped with roasted cherry tomatoes, basil, and olive oil. Perfect for gatherings.
# 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 1/2 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)
# Method:
01 - Set oven temperature to 400°F (200°C) and allow to fully preheat.
02 - Combine halved cherry tomatoes, olive oil, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper in a mixing bowl. Toss thoroughly to coat.
03 - Arrange coated tomatoes on a parchment-lined baking sheet in a single layer. Roast for 20–25 minutes until softened and caramelized. Let cool slightly.
04 - Add crumbled feta, softened cream cheese, Greek yogurt, extra-virgin olive oil, lemon juice, and black pepper to a food processor. Blend until smooth and creamy, scraping the sides as needed.
05 - Transfer whipped feta to a shallow serving bowl. Use the back of a spoon to evenly smooth the surface.
06 - Spoon roasted cherry tomatoes with their juices atop the whipped feta. Garnish with torn basil leaves and drizzle extra olive oil over the surface.
07 - Serve immediately accompanied by warm pita bread or gluten-free crackers as preferred.
