Whipped feta is a mezze dish that is almost always on our table when we have guests. It’s quick to prepare, requires only a few ingredients, and can be easily combined with different toppings. One of our favorite combinations is this: whipped feta with warm olives.
The perfect mezze when many hands are reaching in at the same time – simply place it in the center of the table, add some toasted bread, and it creates a lovely sense of sharing and togetherness.
| Preparation time: | 15 Minutes |
| Difficulty: | easy |
| Servings: | 4 as a side dish |
Ingredients
For the whipped feta:
- 1 pack MANI Bläuel organic feta PDO*
- 130 g Greek yogurt
- Zest of 1 small lemon
- Juice of ½ lemon
- 2 cloves MANI Bläuel garlic in olive oil
- 1 tbsp honey
- 3 tbsp MANI Bläuel “The Family Hero” extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper
* available in well-stocked organic specialty stores
For the warm olives:
- 200 g MANI Bläuel Green and Kalamata olives al naturale, with oregano, pitted
- 2 tbsp MANI Bläuel “The Family Hero” extra virgin olive oil
- 1 clove MANI Bläuel garlic in olive oil, finely chopped
- 1 sprig fresh thyme
- 1 tsp lemon juice
To serve:
- White bread
- 2–3 tbsp MANI Bläuel “The Family Hero” extra virgin olive oil
Instructions:
- Blend all ingredients for the whipped feta in a blender until smooth and creamy.
- For the warm olives, gently heat all ingredients in a pan over low heat for 3–5 minutes so they become aromatic without frying.
- Slice the bread and toast it in a pan with plenty of olive oil until golden and crispy.
- Spread the whipped feta on a serving plate, top with the warm olives, and finish with a drizzle of olive oil if desired. Serve with the warm toasted bread.
