Pomegranate Pistachio Whipped Feta: Effortless Gourmet Delight

Pomegranate Pistachio Whipped Feta is a vibrant, no-cook appetizer that's creamy, tangy, and effortlessly easy to make.

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Prep Time 10

Total Time 10

Servings: 6 servings

Course: Appetizers

Cuisine: Mediterranean

Calories: 180

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Whipped Feta

8 oz Feta Cheese crumbled for smooth blending
4 oz Cream Cheese softened for easy blending
2 tablespoons Extra-Virgin Olive Oil
2 tablespoons Fresh Lemon Juice
1 tablespoon Honey

For the Toppings

1 cup Pomegranate Arils use ripe fruit for best flavor
1/3 cup Pistachios chopped
2 tablespoons Fresh Mint finely chopped

Seasoning

Salt to taste
Black Pepper to taste
1 tablespoon Optional Drizzle of Olive Oil enhances visual appeal

Serving Suggestion

Pita Bread or Crackers for scooping

Equipment

Food Processor

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

In a food processor, combine the crumbled feta cheese, softened cream cheese, extra-virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, and honey. Blend at medium speed for about 1-2 minutes until smooth.
Taste the mixture and season with salt and black pepper as desired. Continue blending for another 30 seconds.
Transfer the whipped feta mixture to a serving dish and smooth the top with a spoon.
Sprinkle the pomegranate arils, chopped pistachios, and mint on top of the whipped feta.
Optionally, drizzle extra-virgin olive oil over the garnish for added richness.
Serve immediately with pita bread or crackers.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 6gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure both feta and cream cheese are at room temperature for smooth blending. Store toppings separately until ready to serve to maintain freshness.

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