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Whipped Feta Cheese with Arils and Pistachios

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Whipped Feta Cheese with Pomegranate Arils and Pistachios is a creamy, tangy spread topped with sweet and crunchy garnishes. It’s a quick, elegant appetizer perfect for holidays, parties, or any casual gathering.

  • Total Time: 5 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings

Ingredients

  • 8 ounce block feta cheese, room temperature and drained
  • ¾ cup plain Greek yogurt or sour cream
  • 2 teaspoons honey
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil, plus more for drizzling
  • Kosher salt and freshly cracked pepper, to taste
  • ⅓ cup pomegranate arils
  • ⅓ cup chopped lightly salted pistachios
  • Fresh chopped parsley, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Crumble the feta cheese into a large mixing bowl. Add Greek yogurt, honey, and minced garlic.
  2. While beating on medium speed with a hand mixer, slowly drizzle in olive oil. Continue beating until smooth and fully combined.
  3. Taste and season with kosher salt as needed.
  4. Spread the whipped feta onto a serving plate in an even layer.
  5. Top with freshly cracked black pepper and a light drizzle of olive oil.
  6. Sprinkle pomegranate arils, chopped pistachios, and chopped parsley on top.
  7. Serve immediately with crackers, toasted bread, bagels, pita chips, or fresh vegetables.

Notes

  • For best texture, use full-fat Greek yogurt and room temperature feta.
  • Use sour cream instead of Greek yogurt for a milder flavor.
  • Can be made a few hours ahead and stored in the fridge; add toppings just before serving.
  • Pairs beautifully with seeded crackers or crostini.
  • Author: Maya
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 111
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 10mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 7g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 1mg