Easy Whipped Feta with Pomegranate & Honey
A creamy whipped feta dip blended with olive oil and garlic.
Ingredients
- 6 oz feta cheese in brine drained and crumbled
- 1/4 cup reduced-fat cream cheese softened
- 1 large garlic clove
- 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 1/2 tablespoons cold water
- 1/3 cup pomegranate seeds
- 1/4 cup lightly salted pistachios chopped
- 1 tablespoon hot honey
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
- 2 whole-wheat pita rounds warmed and cut into wedges
Instructions
- Add feta cheese, cream cheese, garlic, and olive oil to a food processor.
- Blend until mostly smooth, about 2 minutes, scraping down the sides as needed.
- With the processor running, slowly drizzle in cold water until the mixture becomes light and creamy.
- Transfer the whipped feta to a serving plate and spread it evenly.
- Top with pomegranate seeds, chopped pistachios, and fresh thyme.
- Drizzle hot honey over the top.
- Serve immediately with warm pita wedges.
Notes
- Serve with crackers, bread, or fresh vegetables
- Add chili flakes for extra heat
- A squeeze of lemon juice can brighten the flavor