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CREAMY FETA AND ROASTED RED PEPPER SPREAD

CREAMY FETA AND ROASTED RED PEPPER SPREAD

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.


πŸ₯£ 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

  1. Prepare Garlic Paste
  • Crush garlic cloves and grind with a pestle in a bowl, gradually adding 1 tablespoon olive oil until smooth and pasty.
  1. Add Feta
  • Crumble feta into the garlic paste and continue mashing until smooth.
  • Stir in remaining olive oil until well combined.
  1. Add Creaminess
  • Mix in sour cream or yogurt, adding tablespoon by tablespoon, until the spread reaches desired creaminess. Adjust as needed.
  1. Add Herbs and Peppers
  • Finely chop dill and parsley and stir into the spread along with 1Β½ roasted peppers diced into small cubes.
  1. 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.

πŸ’‘ 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.

πŸ“ Final Thoughts

This feta and roasted pepper spread is an easy, vibrant appetizer that brings together creamy, smoky, and herbaceous notesβ€”a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.