Description
As a passionate home cook, I always seek out recipes that spark joy and delight. Enter my Whipped Feta with Roasted Beets & Pistachios! This dish marries creamy, flavorful feta with the earthy sweetness of roasted beets, creating a vibrant appetizer. Perfect for busy days or when entertaining loved ones, it’s a quick solution that feels gourmet without the fuss. Not to mention, the crunchy pistachios add a delightful texture. Imagine scooping it up with warm pita—pure bliss! You’re bound to fall in love, just as I did.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large beet (about 450 g), peeled and cut into 1–1.5 inch wedges
- 1–2 tbsp avocado oil, for roasting
- Salt and white pepper, to taste
- 7 oz (200 g) non-dairy plain unsweetened yogurt (recommended: Culina or Siggi’s for thickness)
- 7 oz (200 g) vegan feta cheese, at room temperature (recommended: Violife or Trader Joe’s)
- 1/3 cup pistachios, lightly chopped
- Crushed pink peppercorns, to taste
- A drizzle of good olive oil
- Optional: vegan honey or maple syrup for a hint of sweetness
- Optional: sumac or za’atar for added flavor
- Fluffy flatbread or pita, for dipping
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Toss the beet wedges with avocado oil, salt, and white pepper. Arrange them on a baking sheet and roast for 20-25 minutes, or until fork-tender. Set aside to cool slightly.
- In a large bowl, add the vegan feta cheese, non-dairy yogurt, salt, and white pepper. Use a hand mixer or whisk to beat the mixture until smooth and fluffy.
- Spread the whipped feta mixture onto a large serving plate. Arrange the roasted beets over half of the plate.
- Top with crushed pistachios, pink peppercorns, and a generous drizzle of olive oil. For extra flavor, consider adding a light drizzle of vegan honey or maple syrup and a sprinkle of sumac or za’atar if desired.
- Serve with warm pita or flatbread for dipping, and enjoy immediately.
Notes
- Adjust seasoning based on personal taste.
- Can be made ahead of time and assembled just before serving.
- Use other types of nuts if pistachios are not available.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Roasting and Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg