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Whipped Feta Dip with Roasted Cherry Tomatoes

5 from 3 votes
This Whipped Feta Dip with Roasted Cherry Tomatoes is one of those simple appetizers that feels a little special without requiring much effort. The creamy whipped feta is smooth, tangy, and full of flavor, while the roasted cherry tomatoes become soft, sweet, and slightly caramelized in the oven. Spoon the warm tomatoes over the cool feta dip, and you get the perfect combination of creamy, juicy, salty, and fresh in every bite.
Servings 6 servings
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
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Ingredients
  

Whipped Feta Dip

  • 7 oz (200g) feta cheese
  • 3 tbsp (45g) Greek yogurt
  • 1 tbsp (15ml) olive oil
  • 1 small garlic clove
  • 1 tsp (5g) lemon juice
  • Freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 tbsp fresh herbs (parsley, dill, or oregano) , or 1 tsp dried herbs
  • chili flakes

For the Roasted Cherry Tomatoes

  • 12 oz (350g) cherry tomatoes , cut in half
  • 2 garlic cloves , minced
  • 1 tbsp (15ml) olive oil
  • 1/2 tsp (3g) salt
  • 1/2 tsp dried oregano , optional
  • a tiny drizzle of honey after roasting

Instructions
 

Prepare the roasted cherry tomatoes

  • Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  • In a medium bowl, toss together the cherry tomatoes, garlic, olive oil, salt, pepper, and oregano if using.
    Whipped Feta Dip with Roasted Cherry Tomatoes - step3
  • Transfer to a baking dish or sheet pan and spread into an even layer.
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  • Roast for 25–30 minutes, until the tomatoes are soft, blistered, and slightly caramelized.
  • Let cool for 5–10 minutes.

Make the whipped feta.

  • Add the feta, Greek yogurt, olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, herbs, chili flakes and black pepper to a food processor.
  • Blend until smooth and creamy.
    Whipped Feta Dip with Roasted Cherry Tomatoes - step7
  • If needed, add 1–2 teaspoons Greek yogurt to loosen the texture.

Assemble.

  • Spread the whipped feta onto a serving plate or shallow bowl.
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  • Spoon the roasted tomatoes and their juices over the top.
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  • Finish with extra herbs, cracked black pepper, and a drizzle of honey.
    Whipped Feta Dip with Roasted Cherry Tomatoes - step13
  • Serve with toasted baguette slices, pita chips, or crackers.

Nutrition

Serving: 1 serving out of 6Calories: 176kcalCarbohydrates: 12.67gProtein: 6.24gFat: 11.76gSaturated Fat: 5.64gTrans Fat: 0.003gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 503mgPotassium: 171mgFiber: 1.4gSugar: 10.1gVitamin A: 183IUVitamin C: 4.9mgCalcium: 187mgIron: 0.58mg
Calories: 176kcal
Course: Appetizer, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Keyword: cherry tomatoes, feta dip, roasted cherry tomatoes, whipped feta