The cava crazy feta recipe is a versatile dish that will bring a fresh taste to any party. You can prepare it ahead of time and then keep it in the fridge until you are ready to serve. If you are worried about the presentation, there is no need for that because this dish is exceptionally easy to prepare.
The cava crazy feta recipe consists of high-quality ingredients, but don’t worry if you are on a budget because it can be made with available grocery store items.
Crazy Feta Dip:
Ingredients:
- 8 oz (about 225g) feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh herbs (such as parsley or dill) for garnish
Instructions:
- In a food processor, combine the crumbled feta, olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, dried oregano, and dried red pepper flakes. Pulse until the mixture is well combined and creamy. You can adjust the consistency by adding more olive oil if needed.
- Taste the dip and season with salt and black pepper as desired. Remember that feta cheese is naturally salty, so be cautious with the salt.
- Once the dip is smooth and well seasoned, transfer it to a serving bowl.
- Garnish with fresh herbs, like chopped parsley or dill, for a burst of color and flavor.
- Serve immediately with your favorite dippable (pita bread, vegetables, crackers, etc.), or cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
Serving Idea: Mediterranean Mezze Platter
Create a vibrant Mediterranean mezze platter featuring Crazy Feta Dip as the star, surrounded by a variety of complementary elements:
Ingredients:
- Crazy Feta Dip (recipe above)
- Warm pita bread cut into triangles
- Fresh vegetable sticks (cucumber, bell pepper, carrot, celery)
- Kalamata olives and green olives
- Cherry tomatoes
- Hummus
- Falafel balls
- Grilled artichoke hearts
- Stuffed grape leaves (dolmas)
- Sliced cured meats (such as prosciutto or salami)
- Grilled halloumi cheese slices
- Roasted red peppers
- Fresh herbs (mint, basil, parsley) for garnish
- Drizzle extra-virgin olive oil
- Sprinkle of za’atar (optional)
Instructions:
- Arrange the Crazy Feta Dip in the center of a large serving platter.
- Surround the dip with an artful arrangement of warm pita triangles, fresh vegetable sticks, olives, cherry tomatoes, and other mezze items.
- Place small bowls of hummus, falafel, and other condiments around the platter.
- Add the grilled halloumi and sliced cured meats for some protein variety.
- Garnish the platter with fresh herbs, and if desired, sprinkle za’atar over the hummus or other items for an extra Middle Eastern flavor.
- Drizzle a bit of extra-virgin olive oil over the dip and some of the other items for a glossy finish.
- Serve the mezze platter as an appetizer or even a light meal for sharing.
- Enjoy the explosion of Mediterranean flavors and textures in this delightful Crazy Feta Mezze Platter!
