Whipped Feta Roasted Strawberries (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Whipped Feta
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225 g feta cheese, crumbled
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115 g cream cheese, softened
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15–30 ml extra-virgin olive oil
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15 ml freshly squeezed lemon juice
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Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
→ Roasted Strawberries
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480 ml fresh strawberries, hulled and halved
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15 ml balsamic vinegar
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15 ml honey
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Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
→ Garnishes
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Chopped fresh basil or mint leaves
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Extra olive oil, for drizzling
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Black sesame seeds (optional)
# Instructions:
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Preheat oven to 190°C. In a bowl, toss halved strawberries with balsamic vinegar, honey, and black pepper. Spread in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Roast for 15–20 minutes until softened and lightly caramelized. Allow to cool.
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In a food processor, combine crumbled feta, softened cream cheese, olive oil, lemon juice, and black pepper. Process until smooth, scraping sides as needed. Adjust consistency with additional olive oil if required.
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Spread whipped feta onto a serving plate, creating a swirl with the back of a spoon. Spoon cooled roasted strawberries over the top. Drizzle with extra olive oil, scatter with chopped basil or mint, and sprinkle black sesame seeds if using.
# Notes:
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Bringing the cream cheese to room temperature ensures the feta mixture blends to a perfectly smooth consistency.