Feta Spread
Creamy, tangy, and bursting with Mediterranean-inspired flavor, this quick and easy Feta Spread is the ultimate appetizer or snack. Made with a luscious combination of tangy feta cheese, smooth cream cheese, fragrant fresh dill, and a hint of zesty lemon and garlic, this versatile spread comes together in just 10 minutes. It's perfect for dipping with warm pita bread, pairing with crispy crackers, or spreading over fresh vegetables for a vibrant, crowd-pleasing dish. The drizzle of olive oil on top adds a touch of richness, making it as visually appealing as it is delicious. Whether you're hosting a gathering or preparing a simple snack, this feta cheese spread is guaranteed to impress.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams feta cheese
- 100 grams cream cheese
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1.5 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 unit garlic clove
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
Instructions
Place the feta cheese and cream cheese into a food processor or blender.
Peel the garlic clove and add it to the processor.
Add the olive oil, lemon juice, black pepper, and salt to the processor.
Blend the mixture until smooth and creamy. Scrape down the sides of the processor to ensure even blending.
Chop the fresh dill finely and fold it into the spread using a spatula.
Taste the spread and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more lemon juice, pepper, or salt to your preference.
Transfer the feta spread to a serving bowl and drizzle a little extra olive oil on top for presentation, if desired.
Serve immediately with pita bread, crackers, or fresh vegetables, or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1270 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 119.5 g | 153% | |
| Saturated Fat | 53.3 g | 266% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 279 mg | 93% | |
| Sodium | 3188 mg | 139% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 16.5 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.4 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.3 g | ||
| Protein | 35.0 g | 70% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.8 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 1100 mg | 85% | |
| Iron | 2.2 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 325 mg | 7% | |
*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.
