Best Athenian Cheese Appetizer Spread Recipes

GREEK MEZE PLATTER (HOW TO MAKE IT AT HOME)

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Learn how to make a Greek meze platter and spend a Mediterranean night with your friends eating, drinking, laughing, and having fun! Serve with wine, ouzo, or tsipouro.

Provided by The Hungry Bites

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 17

Ingredients

1 cup (250 grams) Katiki cheese
2 tablespoons e.v. olive oil
1/2 teaspoon freshly grated black pepper
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 cup 250 grams Greek fava (or hummus)
2-3 boiled eggs (quartered)
1/2 cup Kalamata olives or a mix of green and black olives
1 cup sliced cucumber
1 cup cherry tomatoes or sliced tomatoes
5 oz (140 grams) yellow cheese, cubed
1/4 cup nuts (like almonds, walnuts, pistachios)
2-3 roasted red bell peppers from a jar, sliced
2 pita bread (sliced)
8-12 breadsticks
1/4 cup anchovies (omit those for a vegetarian platter)
Extra olive oil, dried oregano, and freshly grated black pepper for serving
Optional: 1-2 tablespoons capers

Steps:

Mix the katiki with the olive oil, the oregano, and the black pepper.
Arrange everything on a platter and drizzle with e.v. olive oil. Sprinkle with dried oregano and black pepper.
Serve with ouzo, tsipouro, or cold white wine.
Eat!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 580 kcal, ServingSize 1 serving

GREEK PITA SPREAD

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I first tried this at a family gathering and was blown away! I have since made it for my co-workers, and they just love it. I've gotten many requests for the recipe. -Joyce Benninger, Owen Sound, Ontario

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Appetizers

Time 30m

Yield 6 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1 cup sour cream
1/2 cup Greek vinaigrette
2 cans (2-1/4 ounces each) sliced ripe olives, drained
2 medium tomatoes, seeded and chopped
1 small red onion, chopped
1 large green pepper, chopped
1 large sweet red pepper, chopped
1 large cucumber, seeded and chopped
1 cup (4 ounces) crumbled feta cheese
Pita breads, cut into wedges or baked pita chips

Steps:

In a small bowl, beat the cream cheese, sour cream and vinaigrette until blended. Spread onto a large serving plate or two pie plates. Layer with olives, tomatoes, onion, peppers, cucumber and cheese. Serve with pita breads.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 96 calories, Fat 8g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 19mg cholesterol, Sodium 178mg sodium, Carbohydrate 3g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

GREEK GARDEN APPETIZER

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This impressive dip is perfect for summer gatherings. Prepared with a flavored cream cheese, the mixture with feta and chopped cucumber and tomatoes is a snap to whip up and tastes fantastic with pita pockets. -Del Mason, Martensville, Saskatchewan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Appetizers

Time 15m

Yield 4 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1 carton (8 ounces) spreadable garden vegetable cream cheese
2 cups crumbled feta cheese
1/4 cup plain yogurt
1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1-1/2 cups chopped cucumber
1 cup chopped seeded tomatoes
1/4 cup chopped green onions
2 tablespoons sliced ripe olives
Miniature pita pockets

Steps:

In a large bowl, combine the cream cheese, feta, yogurt, garlic, oregano and pepper. Spread into a 9-in. pie plate. Sprinkle the cucumber, tomatoes, onions and olives over the cream cheese mixture. Serve with pita bread. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 92 calories, Fat 7g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 21mg cholesterol, Sodium 223mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

FLAMING GREEK CHEESE (SAGANAKI)

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This flaming cheese ritual was started by restaurateurs in Chicago, who encouraged customers to yell, 'Opa!' as the plate was being ignited. You can recreate the tradition at home in minutes, whether you'd like to spark up a little romance with an old flame on date night or just try a fast and fun cheese dish on a chilly weeknight. Serve with sliced fresh or grilled bread.

Provided by Chef John

Categories Appetizers and Snacks Dips and Spreads Recipes Cheese Dips and Spreads Recipes

Time 13m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

1 (4 ounce) package kasseri cheese
1 tablespoon water, or as needed
¼ cup all-purpose flour, or as needed
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 tablespoons brandy, at room temperature
½ lemon, or to taste
1 tablespoon freshly chopped Italian parsley

Steps:

Brush each side of the kasseri cheese with water. Dredge both sides in flour, making sure the surface is completely covered.
Preheat a well seasoned cast iron skillet on medium-high heat until smoking. Pour in olive oil. Carefully place the floured cheese in the hot oil. Cook until cheese begins to ooze and a golden brown crust forms, about 2 minutes. Quickly flip cheese over with a spatula. Fry until bottom is golden brown, about 30 seconds more.
Remove skillet from heat and transfer onto a napkin-lined plate. Pour brandy over the cheese. Light the brandy using a fireplace lighter. Now you can exclaim "Opa!" and marvel at the fire. Squeeze some lemon juice on top to extinguish the last few flames and garnish with parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 391.2 calories, Carbohydrate 15 g, Cholesterol 61.2 mg, Fat 25.4 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 16.3 g, SaturatedFat 11.2 g, Sodium 543.5 mg, Sugar 0.1 g

GREEK FETA CHEESE SPREAD (HTIPITI)

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Make and share this Greek Feta Cheese Spread (Htipiti) recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Steve P.

Categories Spreads

Time 20m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

4 ounces feta cheese, crumbled
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1 clove garlic
1/4 cup green onion, chopped
3 ounces sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil, drained
1/4 cup bottled roasted red pepper

Steps:

In food processor, combine cheese, oil, lemon juice, garlic, green onions, tomatoes and red peppers.
Blend well to form a nice smooth paste.
If too thick, thin with a little more oil.
Serve with pita bread, crackers or crusty bread.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 63.8, Fat 5.1, SaturatedFat 2.1, Cholesterol 10.7, Sodium 205.2, Carbohydrate 2.9, Fiber 0.6, Sugar 0.6, Protein 2.2

GREEK FETA AND OLIVE SPREAD

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Feta cheese, sun-dried tomatoes and black olives come together as one in this full-flavored Greek dip. Serve it on toasted triangles of pita bread.

Provided by KILLERGREEN

Categories Appetizers and Snacks Vegetable Olives

Time 10m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

1 (6 ounce) package feta cheese, crumbled
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon lemon juice
½ teaspoon minced garlic
2 ounces sun-dried tomatoes, softened
½ teaspoon dried oregano
1 tablespoon chopped black olives, drained

Steps:

In a food processor, place the feta cheese, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, sun-dried tomatoes and oregano. Using the pulse setting, blend the mixture until smooth. Transfer to a medium bowl. Blend in the olives by hand or with a spoon. Refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 70.2 calories, Carbohydrate 3.3 g, Cholesterol 12.5 mg, Fat 5.4 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 2.7 g, SaturatedFat 2.4 g, Sodium 260.2 mg, Sugar 2.3 g

ATHENIAN CHEESE SPREAD

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Make and share this Athenian Cheese Spread recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Cybill

Categories Spreads

Time 6h30m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
2 (4 ounce) packages feta cheese, crumbled
1 garlic clove, pressed
1 (10 ounce) package frozen spinach, thawed
1 (7 ounce) jar roasted red peppers, chopped
1/3 cup almonds, chopped
crackers or bread

Steps:

Combine cream cheese and feta cheese.
Add garlic and mix.
Drain and chop the spinach and add to the cheese mix.
Line a medium bowl with plastic wrap
Layer half of the cream cheese mixture
Add the chopped red pepper in the middle to give a layered effect.
Finish with the rest of the cream cheese mixture.
Cover with plastic wrap.
Refrigerate at least 6 hours.
To serve, invert onto plate and cover the top with the chopped almonds.
Serve with crackers or toasted French bread.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 216.2, Fat 19.4, SaturatedFat 10.5, Cholesterol 59.5, Sodium 604.2, Carbohydrate 5, Fiber 1.4, Sugar 2.4, Protein 7

ATHENIAN CHEESE APPETIZER SPREAD

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Nonfat yogurt and crumbled feta cheese give this tangy, creamy appetizer spread its Athenian-style flavor. Try it with fresh veggies or pita chips.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories Home

Time 40m

Yield 1-1/4 cups spread or 10 servings, 2 Tbsp. each

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

1 cup ATHENOS Traditional Crumbled Feta Cheese
1/2 cup plain nonfat yogurt
1/2 cup chopped red peppers
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
1/8 tsp. cracked black pepper

Steps:

Mix all ingredients.
Refrigerate 30 min.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 45, Fat 3 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Sodium 160 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 0 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 3 g