A Plaything for Your Tongue
Indulge your taste buds with "A Plaything for Your Tongue," a bold and vibrant appetizer that delivers a captivating medley of flavors and textures. This recipe artfully combines creamy whipped feta cheese with tangy cream cheese, charred cherry tomatoes, and a smoky-sweet spiced honey drizzle, creating a harmony of salty, sweet, and spicy notes that dance on the palate. Crispy, golden pita chips add the perfect crunch, making this dish an irresistible choice for entertaining or elevating a cozy night in. Ready in just 30 minutes, this Mediterranean-inspired delight is as simple to prepare as it is impressive to serve. Perfectly paired keywords like "whipped feta dip," "spiced honey drizzle," and "crispy pita chips" make this a search-worthy recipe your guests will rave about!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams feta cheese
- 50 grams cream cheese
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 250 grams cherry tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon ground smoked paprika
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 0.5 teaspoon crushed red chili flakes
- 1 whole garlic clove
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
- 2 whole rounds pita bread
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).
Cut the pita bread into small triangles, brush with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, and season with a pinch of salt. Spread the pita triangles on a baking sheet and bake for 8–10 minutes until crispy and golden. Set aside.
Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 tablespoon of olive oil and the cherry tomatoes. Cook for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the tomatoes become charred and start to burst. Sprinkle them with a pinch of salt and black pepper, then remove from heat.
In a small saucepan over low heat, combine honey, smoked paprika, crushed chili flakes, and a grated garlic clove. Heat for 1–2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic. Remove from heat, set aside, and allow it to cool slightly.
In a food processor, blend the feta cheese, cream cheese, 1 tablespoon of olive oil, and lemon zest until smooth and creamy. This may take 1–2 minutes. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed.
Spread the whipped feta mixture onto a serving plate or shallow bowl. Use the back of a spoon to create swirls for texture.
Top the whipped feta with the charred cherry tomatoes, drizzle the spiced honey over the top, and garnish with freshly chopped parsley.
Serve immediately with the crispy pita chips on the side for dipping and scooping. Enjoy the play of creamy, tangy, smoky, sweet, and spicy flavors!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1554 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 105.1 g | 135% | |
| Saturated Fat | 43.1 g | 216% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 228 mg | 76% | |
| Sodium | 5296 mg | 230% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 122.5 g | 45% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.7 g | 42% | |
| Total Sugars | 46.5 g | ||
| Protein | 45.7 g | 91% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.8 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 1103 mg | 85% | |
| Iron | 6.6 mg | 37% | |
| Potassium | 1059 mg | 23% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
