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Whipped Feta with Toasted Pine Nuts

Tangy feta whipped to a creamy texture with cream cheese and hints of garlic and herbs topped with toasted pine nuts served on crisp crostini chips.
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Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Keyword: appetizer, cheese, cream cheese, dip, feta, oregano, spices
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 3 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 220kcal

Equipment

  • Food Processor

Ingredients

  • 8 oz feta
  • 8 oz cream cheese
  • ¼ cup milk
  • 1 clove garlic
  • 1 teaspoon oregano
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon pepper
  • ¼ cup pine nuts
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Instructions

  • In a food processor, add the block of feta.  Pulse until feta becomes a thin crumble.
  • Add in the cream cheese and pulse again until combined.
  • Pour the milk into the food processor and turn on until a whipped texture is created. 
  • Add in garlic, salt, pepper and oregano.  Mix until completely combined. 
  • On the stove, add olive oil and heat on medium.  Add the pine nuts, stirring constantly until toasted.
  • Serve with toasted pine nuts spread on top of the feta dip with crostini chips.

Notes

Save leftovers in an air tight container in the fridge for up to one week.

Nutrition

Serving: 2oz | Calories: 220kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 57mg | Sodium: 556mg | Potassium: 100mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 522IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 183mg | Iron: 1mg