Whipped Feta Roasted Tomatoes (Printable)

Silky feta dip with sweet roasted tomatoes, basil, and olive oil—delicious Mediterranean appetizer or party snack.

# Ingredient List:

→ 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

→ Garnish and Serving

13 - 2 tablespoons fresh basil leaves, torn
14 - Extra olive oil, for drizzling
15 - Warm pita bread or gluten-free crackers, optional

# How to Prepare:

01 - Set oven temperature to 400°F (200°C).
02 - Combine halved cherry tomatoes, olive oil, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl.
03 - Arrange tomato mixture on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Roast for 20–25 minutes, until soft and caramelized. Allow tomatoes to cool slightly.
04 - Process feta cheese, cream cheese, Greek yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, and black pepper in a food processor. Blend until completely smooth and creamy, scrapping down the sides as needed.
05 - Transfer whipped feta to a shallow serving bowl and smooth the surface. Spoon the roasted tomatoes and juices over the feta.
06 - Top with torn basil leaves and drizzle with additional olive oil. Serve immediately with warm pita bread or gluten-free crackers.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The whipped feta is so silky, it practically begs for veggies or pita to dip.
  • The roasted tomatoes add a jammy sweetness that turns every bite into something you'll want to linger over.
02 -
  • Never rush the tomatoes – they taste dull if rushed.
  • Use a good food processor or blender, otherwise the feta stays grainy instead of creamy.
03 -
  • If you blend the feta mixture too long, it becomes runny – pulse in bursts for best results.
  • Layering the tomatoes while still a bit warm draws out more flavor from the feta.
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