Description
A vibrant and easy-to-make Greek Mezze Board featuring creamy whipped feta with a spicy hot honey drizzle, served alongside warm pita and a colorful array of fresh Mediterranean vegetables and olives. Perfect for a quick appetizer or entertaining guests.
Ingredients
Scale
Whipped Feta
- 200 g feta cheese, crumbled
- ½ cup Greek yogurt
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- Black pepper, to taste
Hot Honey
- ¼ cup honey
- ½ tsp chili flakes
- 1 tsp apple cider vinegar
Accompaniments
- Warm pita bread, cut into wedges
- Cherry tomatoes
- Cucumber slices
- Kalamata olives
- Roasted red peppers
- Marinated artichoke hearts
- Fresh herbs (dill, parsley, or oregano)
- Extra virgin olive oil, for drizzling
Instructions
- Blend the Feta Mixture: In a food processor, combine crumbled feta cheese, Greek yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, and black pepper. Blend until the mixture is smooth, creamy, and fluffy, creating the whipped feta base for the board.
- Prepare the Whipped Feta Serving: Spoon the whipped feta into a serving bowl and drizzle lightly with olive oil to enhance flavor and richness.
- Make the Hot Honey: In a small saucepan over low heat, gently warm the honey with chili flakes and apple cider vinegar for 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat and allow it to cool slightly; this creates a sweet and spicy syrup to complement the feta.
- Arrange the Mezze Board: Place the bowl of whipped feta at the center of a large serving board. Surround it evenly with wedges of warm pita bread, cherry tomatoes, cucumber slices, Kalamata olives, roasted red peppers, and marinated artichoke hearts.
- Drizzle Hot Honey and Garnish: Pour the hot honey over the whipped feta, letting the syrup cascade slightly onto the board for a burst of flavor. Garnish the entire board with fresh herbs such as dill, parsley, or oregano for freshness and color.
- Finish and Serve: Add a final drizzle of extra virgin olive oil over the board to enhance taste and presentation. Serve immediately to enjoy the blend of creamy, sweet, spicy, and fresh Mediterranean flavors.
Notes
- The hot honey can be prepared ahead and stored in the refrigerator; warm gently before serving.
- Use a good quality Greek feta for authentic flavor and creaminess in the whipped mixture.
- Feel free to add other mezzes like stuffed grape leaves or roasted nuts for variety.
- Adjust the chili flakes in the honey to control the spiciness to your preference.
