Description
A vibrant and healthy savory appetizer featuring aerated feta cheese roasted cherry tomatoes sizzling shallot oil and toasted pine nuts.
Ingredients
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8 oz feta cheese.
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1/4 cup cream cheese.
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2 tbsp honey.
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2 cups cherry tomatoes.
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1 small shallot.
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1/2 cup grapeseed oil.
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1/4 cup olive oil.
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2 tbsp pine nuts.
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1/4 cup fresh basil.
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1 tbsp chili flakes.
Instructions
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Roast cherry tomatoes with garlic and olive oil at 400F for 28 minutes until caramelized.
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Blend feta cheese cream cheese milk and honey until a velvet emulsion forms.
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Combine diced shallot basil and pine nuts in a bowl then pour shimmering grapeseed oil over them.
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Spoon roasted tomatoes over the cheese base and finish with the sizzling shallot oil.
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Garnish with fresh botanical herbs and serve with toasted baguette slices for a professional finish.
Notes
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Aerating the feta with cream cheese is the secret to a professional-grade light texture for this Whipped Feta Dip.
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Roasted cherry tomatoes provide a sophisticated and sweet foundation while adhering to dietary rules.
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This dish is naturally vegetarian and perfect for holiday social gatherings.
- Prep Time: 5 mins.
- Cook Time: 30 mins.
- Category: Appetizer.
- Method: Roasting/Blending.
- Cuisine: Mediterranean-American Fusion.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl.
- Calories: ~ 385 kcal.
- Sugar: ~ 6 g.
- Sodium: ~ 520 mg.
- Fat: ~ 32 g.
- Saturated Fat: ~ 12 g.
- Unsaturated Fat: ~ 20 g.
- Trans Fat: ~ 0 g.
- Carbohydrates: ~ 12 g.
- Fiber: ~ 2 g.
- Protein: ~ 14 g.
- Cholesterol: ~ 55 mg.
Keywords: Whipped Feta Dip, Roasted Tomato Recipes, Healthy Appetizer Ideas, Shallot Oil Recipes, Pine Nut Dips, New York Recipe.