Description
Fresh strawberries are coated in a sweet pistachio crust, skewered, and served over creamy whipped feta with a tangy cranberry drizzle. A perfect balance of sweet, salty, and tart flavors for a stunning appetizer or dessert.
Ingredients
- 16 large fresh strawberries, hulled
- 1/2 cup shelled pistachios, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 8 wooden or metal skewers
- 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1/4 cup dried cranberries
- 1/4 cup orange juice
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon honey
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a small bowl, mix the chopped pistachios, 2 tablespoons honey, and olive oil until well combined. Set aside.
- Brush each strawberry with a light coating of the pistachio mixture, pressing gently to adhere. Thread 4 strawberries onto each skewer.
- Heat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Grill the skewers for 1-2 minutes per side, just until lightly charred and the pistachios are fragrant. Remove from heat and set aside.
- In a food processor, combine the feta, Greek yogurt, and lemon juice. Blend until smooth and creamy. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Spread the whipped feta onto a serving platter.
- In a small saucepan, combine the dried cranberries, orange juice, balsamic vinegar, and 1 teaspoon honey. Bring to a simmer over medium heat and cook for 5-7 minutes, until the cranberries are soft and the mixture has thickened slightly. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- Place the grilled strawberry skewers on top of the whipped feta. Drizzle with the cranberry mixture and serve immediately.
Notes
You can customize the seasonings to taste. For a sweeter drizzle, add more honey. If you don’t have a grill, you can roast the skewers in a hot oven for 5 minutes.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Method: Appetizer
- Cuisine: American