Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Prepare the Vegetables
- Finely dice the red, green, and yellow bell peppers.
- Finely chop the cilantro.
- Set aside.
Process the Olives
- Place the stuffed olives in a food processor and pulse a few times. You want a coarse texture, not a smooth paste.
Prepare the Feta
- In a large mixing bowl, crumble the feta cheese by hand.
- Add the heavy cream and mix with a spoon until combined but still slightly chunky (avoid using a blender to maintain texture).
Mix the Dip
- Add the diced peppers, chopped cilantro, dried thyme, spice mix (salt, pepper, garlic powder), and the pulsed olive mixture to the feta.
- Add Sweet & Savory Elements
- Stir in the honey, olive oil, and the first portion of Parmesan cheese.
- Mix thoroughly until the colors are well-distributed.
Plate the Dip
- Spread the mixture onto a serving plate.
- Use the back of a spoon to create a decorative "well" or spiral pattern on the surface.
Garnish
- Arrange the halved cherry tomatoes and raisins over the top.
- Toast the pumpkin and sunflower seeds in a dry skillet for 2-3 minutes until fragrant, then sprinkle them over the dip along with the walnuts and pine nuts.
- Finish with a sprinkle of fresh cilantro and a light dusting of Parmesan cheese.
Final Touch
- Drizzle generously with balsamic glaze and olive oil.
Serve
- Enjoy with crackers, toasted pita bread, or traditional Lebanese Ka'ak (thyme crackers).
