Greek Feta and Olive Spread
Dive into the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean with this easy and irresistible Greek Feta and Olive Spread! Made with tangy feta cheese, briny kalamata olives, and a splash of zesty lemon juice, this creamy spread is perfectly balanced with a hint of garlic and aromatic dried oregano. A drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil ties it all together, while fresh parsley adds a burst of color and freshness. Ready in just 10 minutes with no cooking required, this versatile spread is perfect as a dip for pita bread and veggies or as a bold topping for crostini. Great for parties or weekday snacking, this Greek-inspired appetizer will transport your taste buds to sunny shores.
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Ingredients
- 200 grams feta cheese
- 100 grams kalamata olives
- 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
Directions
Step 1
1. Crumble the feta cheese into a blender or food processor.
Step 2
2. Pit the kalamata olives (if not already pitted) and add them to the blender.
Step 3
3. Peel and mince the garlic clove, then add it to the blender.
Step 4
4. Add the extra-virgin olive oil, lemon juice, dried oregano, and black pepper to the blender.
Step 5
5. Blend or process the mixture until smooth and creamy. Scrape down the sides as needed to ensure even blending.
Step 6
6. Finely chop the fresh parsley and fold it into the spread by hand for a burst of freshness.
Step 7
7. Transfer the spread to a serving bowl and garnish with additional parsley or a drizzle of olive oil if desired.
Step 8
8. Serve immediately with crackers, warm pita bread, or fresh vegetable sticks, or refrigerate for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (367.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1167.8 |
| Total Fat 110.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 35.5g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.2g | |
| Cholesterol 178mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3553.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 17.6g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 7.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 0.5g | |
| Protein 29.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 32IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1116.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 5.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 230.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories