Indulge in a culinary journey to the Mediterranean with our tantalizing feta spread, a harmonious blend of creamy cheese, fragrant rosemary, and a kiss of lemon. This versatile spread takes center stage as an appetizer, transforming simple crackers into culinary masterpieces. Elevate your sandwiches and wraps with its luscious texture and burst of flavor. As a dip, it pairs perfectly with crisp vegetables, pita chips, and warm bread, promising a delectable experience in every bite. Explore variations of this classic spread, including a zesty version featuring sun-dried tomatoes, a vibrant alternative with roasted red peppers, and a tangy twist with crumbled blue cheese. Each variation offers a unique symphony of flavors, catering to diverse palates and culinary adventures.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
FETA SPREAD WITH ROSEMARY AND LEMON
Categories Condiment/Spread Feta Lemon Rosemary Bon Appétit
Yield Makes about 1 1/2 cups
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Mix all ingredients in processor until smooth. Transfer to small bowl. Season to taste with salt and pepper. (Spread can be prepared 2 days ahead. Cover and refrigerate.)
FETA SPREAD WITH ROSEMARY AND LEMON
Make and share this Feta Spread With Rosemary and Lemon recipe from Food.com.
Provided by dicentra
Categories Spreads
Time 10m
Yield 1 1/2 cups
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Mix all ingredients in processor until smooth. Transfer to small bowl.
- Season to taste with salt and pepper.
- (Spread can be prepared 2 days ahead. Cover and refrigerate.).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1143.5, Fat 117.8, SaturatedFat 76.3, Cholesterol 351, Sodium 1359.2, Carbohydrate 7.8, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 5.8, Protein 18.7
CHILE-ROASTED CHICKEN WITH HONEY, LEMON AND FETA
A little sweet, a little spicy and very citrusy, this easy chicken recipe hits all the right notes, making it the kind of weeknight dinner you'll put on repeat. The feta adds a creamy, salty bite that's softened by the lemon and honey, while rosemary and red-pepper flakes round out the flavors. Serve this with a loaf of crusty bread or flatbread for scooping up all the tangy pan juices. You won't want to leave a drop behind.
Provided by Melissa Clark
Categories dinner, poultry, main course
Time 50m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Season chicken all over with salt and pepper. In a large bowl, mix together garlic, honey, olive oil and 1/4 teaspoon red-pepper flakes. Add chicken and toss well with your hands, spreading the garlic paste all over the chicken pieces. (Don't worry if the honey is a little clumpy.) Add rosemary sprigs and lemon slices and toss to combine. Let marinate at room temperature for 30 minutes, or up to 8 hours in the refrigerator.
- Heat oven to 425 degrees. Line a sheet pan with a silicone liner or parchment paper.
- Spread chicken and lemons across a single layer in the lined pan, tucking in the rosemary sprigs. Drizzle oil generously over everything. Roast for 20 minutes.
- Using tongs, turn over the chicken pieces, and give the lemons a stir. Sprinkle feta on top. Continue to bake for 20 to 25 minutes longer, until the chicken is deeply bronzed and cooked through, and an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the thigh or drumstick registers 165 degrees. Serve garnished with chopped herbs and more red-pepper flakes, if you like.
SHEET-PAN BAKED FETA WITH BROCCOLINI, TOMATOES AND LEMON
When baked, feta gains an almost creamy texture, similar to goat cheese but with feta's characteristic tang. In this easy vegetarian sheet-pan dinner, broccolini (or broccoli), grape tomatoes and lemon slices roast alongside the feta until the broccolini crisp, the tomatoes burst and the lemon rinds soften. (Remember, broccolini has a tender, delicious stalk so only the bottom 1/2-inch needs to be trimmed.) Serve this dish over a pile of orzo for a complete meal. If you like, cut the broccolini, feta and lemon into bite-size pieces and toss with the orzo.
Provided by Yasmin Fahr
Categories dinner, easy, lunch, weeknight, one pot, vegetables, main course, side dish
Time 25m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Heat the oven to 400 degrees with a rack set in the lower third. On a sheet pan, combine the broccolini, tomatoes, onion and lemon slices with the olive oil and toss. Add cumin and red-pepper flakes, season with salt and pepper, and toss again until evenly coated. Nestle the feta slices into the vegetables. (It's OK if they break apart a little.)
- Roast 15 to 20 minutes, stirring halfway through but leaving the feta in place, until the broccolini is charred at the tips, the stems are easily pierced with a fork and the tomato skins start to blister and break down.
- Serve over orzo or farro. Drizzle with olive oil and serve with the remaining lemon half for squeezing. Top with fresh herbs, if using.
FETA AND CREAM CHEESE SPREAD
Easy and savory spread that only gets better as it ages. I always include the garlic and shallots but mix it up with whatever fresh herbs I have on hand. Other herbs I've used that worked well include dill, rosemary, and oregano.
Provided by chez wendy
Categories Spreads
Time 10m
Yield 1 1/2 cups, 8-10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Blend the cream cheese and feta cheese. Mix in herbs, salt and pepper. Serve on french bread rounds or crackers. Also great as a sandwich spread, especially with veggies and sprouts.
Tips:
- To make the best feta spread, use high-quality feta cheese. Look for feta that is made from sheep's milk or a blend of sheep's and goat's milk. Avoid feta made with cow's milk, as it will not have the same flavor or texture.
- Crumble the feta cheese finely before mixing it with the other ingredients. This will help the spread to have a smooth and creamy texture.
- Use fresh herbs and lemon zest to flavor the spread. This will give it a bright and refreshing taste.
- If you don't have fresh herbs on hand, you can use dried herbs instead. However, be sure to use only about half the amount of dried herbs as you would fresh herbs.
- Serve the feta spread with crackers, bread, or vegetables. It also makes a great dip for pita chips or pretzels.
Conclusion:
Feta spread with rosemary and lemon is a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or snack. It is perfect for parties or potlucks, and it can also be enjoyed as a light lunch or dinner. With its creamy texture and bright, refreshing flavor, this spread is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.
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