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This 10-minute whipped feta with honey is a creamy, tangy appetizer with a nutty crunch. Fresh dill, cilantro, and lemon zest give this whipped feta cheese dip a bright, herby bite. A generous drizzle of olive oil and extra pistachios finish the plate. This feta dip is fast, simple, and completely addictive.
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You’ll Love This Creamy Whipped Feta and Honey
Most whipped feta recipes leave you chasing the honey and nuts around the plate, but this one has the crunch and sweetness mixed right into the creamy cheese. The fresh scallions, dill, and cilantro make the whipped feta cheese dip look vibrant and colorful while adding a savory depth. Every bite is a balance of sweet honey and nutty pistachio texture. This appetizer only takes 10 minutes total with no stove required, so it hits the table before the pita is even toasted.
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What to Dip
Warm Pita: This is my favorite choice. The pillowy texture of fresh pita is the classic match for this whipped feta with honey. The heat from toasted bread softens the feta dip slightly, making it even creamier as you scoop.
Fresh Crunch: Sliced Persian cucumbers, radishes, or snap peas provide an amazing snap that goes great with the creamy texture of the whipped cheese. It keeps the appetizer feeling light and fresh.
Charred Crostini: For a sturdier option, use thin slices of toasted baguette. The crisp, toasted edges hold up to the dense whipped feta cheese dip without breaking, adding another layer of texture.
Vegetable Topper: This works as a base for roasted baby carrots or charred broccoli. The honey and pistachios are a great pairing for the caramelized vegetables.
Ingredient Swaps
- Pistachios: Toasted walnuts or pecans bring a gorgeous earthy crunch if those are already in your pantry.
- Feta: High-quality goat cheese is a great swap if you’re after something even tangier and extra creamy.
- Honey: Agave nectar works perfectly for a more neutral sweetness that blends into the base just as easily.
- Cilantro: Fresh flat-leaf parsley is the move for anyone who isn’t a fan of cilantro but still wants that vibrant herb pop.
- Scallions: Fresh chives are a much more delicate option when you want a milder, subtle onion finish in the mix.
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The Perfect Pairings
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Whipped Feta with Honey FAQ
You can prep this a day early, but feta firms up in the fridge. Take the container out 20 minutes before serving so it returns to a creamy, spreadable texture.
Buy the blocks sold in brine. Pre-crumbled feta is coated in starch to keep the pieces from sticking, which makes a whipped feta with honey feel grainy instead of silky.
Temperature is usually the problem. If your cheese is straight from the fridge, it will stay lumpy and resist blending. Using sheep’s milk feta also helps because the higher fat content leads to a much smoother finish.
A blender works if you are careful. Use very short pulses so you don’t turn those crunchy pistachios into a green paste. You want texture, not a liquid.
Keep any extra dip in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. The fresh herbs might lose some color, but the garlic and scallion flavors will actually get better.
Nadia’s Tips
- Room Temperature Cheese: Don’t skip letting the cheese get to room temperature before you start. Cold feta stays chunky and won’t whip into that light, creamy cloud we want.
- Good Quality Olive Oil: Since the olive oil is a huge part of the topping, use a good one. Bertolli Extra Virgin Olive Oil is a great, easy-to-find option that adds that perfect finish.
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup pistachios, plus more for topping
- 8 oz feta, packed in water, drained
- 1/3 bunch cilantro, rough chop
- 3 tbsp fresh dill, rough chop
- 3 scallions, green parts only, rough chop
- 1.5 tbsp honey
- 1 lemon, zest only
- extra virgin olive oil, I'm using Bertolli
- warm pita, for serving
Instructions
- Make the Dip: Add the pistachios to a food processor for 10 seconds and then add feta, cilantro, dill, scallions, honey, and lemon zest. Process until smooth with some chunky bits.1/2 cup pistachios, 8 oz feta, 1/3 bunch cilantro, 3 tbsp fresh dill, 3 scallions, 1.5 tbsp honey, 1 lemon
- Plate And Serve: Transfer to a plate. Make a well in the center. Fill with extra virgin olive oil. Top with extra pistachios and serve with warm pita.extra virgin olive oil, warm pita
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Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
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