Ingredients
– 2 cups fresh or frozen cranberries
– 1/4 cup maple syrup
– Zest and juice of one orange
– 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
– 225 grams (8 ounces) feta cheese, drained if in brine
– 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
– 1/4 teaspoon chili flakes
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– 1/4 cup chopped pistachios for garnishing
– 1 to 2 tablespoons honey for drizzling
– Fresh thyme leaves, if desired
Instructions
1-Heat the cranberries, maple syrup, orange zest and juice, and nutmeg in a saucepan over medium heat.
2-Stir until the cranberries burst and the mixture thickens to a jam-like consistency, then let it cool completely.
3-In a blender, combine the feta cheese, Greek yogurt, chili flakes, and olive oil until smooth and creamy.
4-Layer the whipped feta in a shallow dish, then top with the cooled cranberry mixture.
5-Add chopped pistachios, drizzle with 1 to 2 tablespoons of honey, and sprinkle fresh thyme leaves if you like.
6-Serve right away with crostini, crackers, or pita bread for a tasty pairing.
Last Step:
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🍯 Drizzle honey just before serving to keep the topping fresh and shiny.
🌶️ Substitute black pepper if you prefer milder heat instead of chili flakes.
🥖 Make crostini by brushing baguette slices with olive oil and toasting at 400°F for 5 minutes on each side.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cooking time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Blending, simmering
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving