Description

This vibrant plant-based appetizer brings together creamy whipped vegan feta, sweet roasted beets, and crunchy pistachios in a colorful, flavor-packed spread. Perfect for parties, brunch boards, or as a shareable starter, it’s a bold blend of texture, tang, and richness served with warm flatbread or pita.

Ingredients

For the Base
1 large beet (about 450g), peeled and cut into 1 to 1 1/2 inch wedges
7 oz plain unsweetened non-dairy yogurt (recommended: Culina or Siggi’s for thickness)
7 oz vegan feta cheese at room temperature (recommended: Violife or Trader Joe’s)
1 to 2 tbsp avocado oil (for roasting)
Salt and white pepper, to taste
Fluffy flatbread or pita, for serving

For the Toppings
1/3 cup pistachios, lightly chopped
Crushed pink peppercorns, to taste
Drizzle of good olive oil
Optional: vegan honey or maple syrup
Optional: sprinkle of sumac or za’atar

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Toss beet wedges in avocado oil, salt, and white pepper. Roast for 20 to 25 minutes or until fork-tender. Set aside to cool slightly.
In a mixing bowl, combine vegan feta and non-dairy yogurt. Add a pinch of salt and white pepper. Beat with a hand mixer or whisk until the mixture is smooth, creamy, and whipped.
Spread the whipped feta mixture onto a large serving plate or shallow bowl. Arrange roasted beets over half the spread.
Top with chopped pistachios, pink peppercorns, and a generous drizzle of olive oil. Add a touch of vegan honey or maple syrup if desired, and finish with a sprinkle of sumac or za’atar for added depth.
Serve immediately with warm flatbread or pita.

Notes

Make sure the vegan feta is at room temperature before whipping for best texture.
Roasted beets can be made a day ahead and stored chilled—bring to room temperature before serving.
Use a thicker yogurt for a fluffier whipped feta base; strained Greek-style non-dairy yogurt works best.
This dish also works well as part of a mezze platter or holiday spread.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Appetizer, Main Dish
Method: Roasted and Whipped
Cuisine: Vegan Mediterranean