CREAMY FETA AND ROASTED RED PEPPER SPREAD
A quick and flavorful creamy spread combining tangy feta cheese with sweet roasted red peppers and fresh herbs. Perfect for serving with toasted bread or corn chips as a tasty appetizer or snack.
π₯£ Ingredients
- 300 g feta cheese
- 2 roasted red peppers
- 2 garlic cloves
- 3 tbsp sour cream (or yogurt)
- 3 sprigs dill
- 1/4 bunch parsley
- 3 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Prepare Garlic Paste
- Crush garlic cloves and grind with a pestle in a bowl, gradually adding 1 tablespoon olive oil until smooth and pasty.
- Add Feta
- Crumble feta into the garlic paste and continue mashing until smooth.
- Stir in remaining olive oil until well combined.
- Add Creaminess
- Mix in sour cream or yogurt, adding tablespoon by tablespoon, until the spread reaches desired creaminess. Adjust as needed.
- Add Herbs and Peppers
- Finely chop dill and parsley and stir into the spread along with 1Β½ roasted peppers diced into small cubes.
- Chill and Serve
- Transfer to a serving bowl and garnish with remaining roasted pepper cubes and a sprinkle of fresh herbs.
- Refrigerate for about 1 hour before serving.
- Serve with toasted bread slices or corn chips.
π‘ Tips
- Use good-quality feta for best flavor and creaminess.
- Roasted peppers can be store-bought or homemade.
- Adjust sour cream quantity to achieve your preferred consistency.
- Fresh herbs brighten the flavor and add a nice color contrast.
π Final Thoughts
This feta and roasted pepper spread is an easy, vibrant appetizer that brings together creamy, smoky, and herbaceous notesβa guaranteed crowd-pleaser.