Balsamic Strawberries with Marinated Feta Whip
ingredients
Roasted Strawberries:- 2 pounds fresh strawberries
- 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 2 tsp honey
- 8 oz Castello® Marinated feta cheese
- ½ cups plain greek yoghurt
- 2 tbsp olive oil (plus more for drizzling/serving)
- black pepper, to taste
- crusty bread (like sourdough or baguette)
- fresh fresh basil, chopped
preparation
1. Preheat the oven to 350F and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Wash strawberries and remove stems. Slice each berry in half or quarters (depending on size). Spread berries on lined baking sheet.
3. Whisk balsamic vinegar and honey together. Drizzle over strawberries and toss until combined. Spread in an even layer on baking sheet, then transfer to the oven and roast for about 30-35 minutes. They'll start to soften and release their juices when done.
4. Meanwhile, make whipped feta by adding the Castello Marinated Feta cheese, greek yogurt, olive oil, and pepper to a food processor. Blend ingredients together for a few minutes until smooth, scraping down with a spatula as needed. Transfer to the fridge and chill for 30-60 minutes.
5. When strawberries are done roasting, remove them from the oven and allow to cool for 5-10 minutes. Transfer them to a container (with all the yummy juices!) and chill in the fridge (keep separate from whipped feta).
6. When you're ready to serve this recipe, transfer the whipped feta to a large bowl and top with roasted strawberries. Serve with toasted crusty bread for dipping. Garnish with freshly chopped basil, an extra drizzle of olive oil, and a sprinkle of black pepper.