Pomegranate Pistachio Whipped Feta (Print-Friendly Format)
Smooth feta meets pomegranate and pistachios for a lively, creamy dip ideal with fresh vegetables or crunchy chips.
# Ingredients You’ll Need:
→ Cheese Base
01 -
225 g feta cheese, crumbled
02 -
115 g cream cheese, softened
03 -
60 ml plain Greek yogurt
04 -
60 ml heavy cream
→ Flavorings
05 -
1 tablespoon (15 ml) honey
06 -
1 teaspoon (5 ml) freshly squeezed lemon juice
07 -
0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
08 -
0.25 teaspoon fine salt
→ Toppings and Garnish
09 -
30 g unsalted pistachios, chopped
10 -
80 g pomegranate seeds
11 -
Fresh herbs, such as mint or parsley, to garnish
# How to Make It:
01 -
Place crumbled feta, softened cream cheese, Greek yogurt, heavy cream, honey, lemon juice, black pepper, and salt in a food processor. Blend until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
02 -
Spoon the whipped feta mixture into a serving bowl, smoothing the surface with a spatula.
03 -
Gently fold in most of the chopped pistachios and pomegranate seeds, reserving a small portion of each for final garnishing.
04 -
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to develop.
05 -
Before serving, scatter the reserved pistachios and pomegranate seeds on top and garnish with fresh herbs. Serve alongside pita chips, crackers, or raw vegetables.
# Extra Tips:
01 -
For extra heat, stir in a pinch of red pepper flakes before blending.
02 -
Diced roasted red peppers may be substituted for pomegranate seeds for a flavor variation.