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Creamy Whipped Feta with Marinated Beets & Pistachio Crunch

A delightful appetizer featuring creamy whipped feta paired with tangy marinated beets and a crunchy pistachio topping, perfect for entertaining.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

Whipped Feta
  • 8 oz feta cheese crumbled
  • 1/4 cup cream cheese softened
  • 1/4 cup Greek yogurt
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper freshly ground
Marinated Beets
  • 2 medium beets cooked and diced
  • 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/4 tsp salt
Pistachio Crunch
  • 1/2 cup pistachios chopped
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • 1/4 tsp sea salt

Method
 

Prepare Whipped Feta
  1. In a food processor, combine feta cheese, cream cheese, Greek yogurt, olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, and black pepper. Blend until smooth and creamy.
Marinate Beets
  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, honey, olive oil, and salt. Add diced beets and toss to coat. Let marinate for at least 10 minutes.
Make Pistachio Crunch
  1. In a small skillet over medium heat, combine chopped pistachios, olive oil, honey, and sea salt. Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently, until pistachios are toasted.
Assemble the Dish
  1. Spread the whipped feta on a serving dish. Top with marinated beets and sprinkle with pistachio crunch. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 8gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This dish can be prepared ahead of time; just assemble before serving for the best texture.

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