Avocado and Feta Cheese Appetizer
180 kcal
Avocado and feta cheese appetizer – a wonderful light, refreshing appetizer made with avocado and feta cheese. This appetizer looks especially attractive when served in glasses or small cocktail cups. There is no need to use overly heavy cream, as the appetizer will be quite filling anyway. The dish belongs to Spanish cuisine and is served as a cold appetizer.
Ingredients for Avocado and Feta Cheese Appetizer
How to Make Avocado and Feta Cheese Appetizer
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Preparing the Avocado Cream
Cut the avocado, remove the pits, and scoop out the flesh. Add lemon juice, finely chopped green onion, and salt. Mash thoroughly with a fork until a smooth, creamy consistency is achieved, so the mixture becomes uniform and retains its fresh color.
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Preparing the Feta Cheese Cream
Cut the feta cheese into cubes, add the cream and ground black pepper. Mash with a fork until a soft creamy consistency forms. If the mixture seems runny, this is acceptable – after chilling, it will stabilize and become thicker.
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Assembling and Chilling the Appetizer
Place a layer of avocado cream into small glasses with a capacity of 40-50 ml, then carefully add a layer of cheese cream on top. Remove the seeds and liquid from the tomato and finely chop the flesh. Finely chop the green onion as well. Sprinkle the prepared vegetables over the top of the appetizer, refrigerate for 30-60 minutes, and then serve chilled.
Tips for Avocado and Feta Cheese Appetizer
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Choose avocados of medium softness that yield slightly when pressed. Overly firm fruit will not produce a smooth texture, while overripe avocados may make the cream watery. If needed, allow the avocados to ripen at room temperature for 1-2 days before using them to prepare the appetizer.
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Lemon juice not only prevents the avocado from browning but also balances the richness of the cheese and cream. Add it gradually, adjusting to taste. Add salt carefully, as feta cheese already contains a sufficient amount of salt.
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Serve the appetizer well chilled, using transparent glasses or cups to highlight the layered presentation. Store the finished dish in the refrigerator for no longer than 24 hours, covered with plastic wrap to prevent loss of aroma and surface drying.