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d Feta Skillet with Garlic Lemon Drizzle Recipe

d Feta Skillet with Garlic Lemon Drizzle Recipe
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This Warm Spinach & Whipped Feta Skillet with Garlic Lemon Drizzle is a simple yet flavorful dish featuring vibrant sautéed spinach topped with creamy whipped feta cheese. The addition of a zesty garlic lemon drizzle and optional toasted pine nuts makes for a delightful appetizer or side dish that’s both quick to prepare and satisfying.

Ingredients

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Spinach & Seasoning

  • 4 cups fresh spinach, washed and trimmed
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste

Cheese Mixture

  • 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • 2 tbsp cream cheese, softened

Garlic Lemon Drizzle

  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1/2 tsp lemon zest

Optional Garnish

  • Toasted pine nuts for garnish

Instructions

  1. Blend cheeses: In a blender or food processor, combine crumbled feta cheese and softened cream cheese. Blend until smooth and creamy. Set aside to allow flavors to meld.
  2. Sauté garlic: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned, to avoid bitterness.
  3. Cook spinach: Add the fresh spinach to the skillet with garlic and oil. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring frequently until the spinach is just wilted. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  4. Add whipped feta: Remove the skillet from heat and dollop the whipped feta mixture evenly over the warm spinach, allowing it to soften slightly from the heat.
  5. Prepare lemon drizzle: In a small bowl, combine fresh lemon juice and lemon zest. Drizzle this mixture over the spinach and whipped feta in the skillet to add a bright, tangy finish.
  6. Garnish and serve: Optionally sprinkle toasted pine nuts over the dish for added texture and nutty flavor. Serve immediately while warm for the best taste experience.

Notes

  • For a vegan version, substitute feta and cream cheese with plant-based cheeses.
  • Use fresh spinach to ensure the best texture and flavor.
  • To toast pine nuts, simply heat them in a dry skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes until golden and fragrant.
  • This dish can be served as a side or light appetizer.
  • Adjust garlic and lemon quantities to taste for mild or stronger flavors.

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Keywords: spinach recipe, whipped feta, garlic lemon drizzle, Mediterranean, quick appetizer, vegetarian side dish

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