Whipped Feta Spring Grilled Cheese (Printable)

A bright, tangy whipped feta and cream cheese sandwich with dill and lemon, grilled until golden and crispy. Perfect for spring.

# What You Need:

→ Cheese Mixture

01 - 3.5 oz feta cheese, crumbled
02 - 2 oz cream cheese, softened
03 - 2 tbsp fresh dill, finely chopped
04 - 1 tsp lemon zest
05 - 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
06 - 1 tbsp olive oil
07 - Freshly ground black pepper to taste

→ Bread

08 - 4 slices sourdough or country-style bread

→ For Grilling

09 - 2 tbsp unsalted butter, softened

→ Optional Add-Ins

10 - 1/2 cup baby spinach leaves
11 - 2 tbsp thinly sliced scallions
12 - 4 to 6 thin slices cucumber

# Steps:

01 - In a medium bowl, combine crumbled feta, softened cream cheese, fresh dill, lemon zest, lemon juice, olive oil, and freshly ground black pepper. Using a hand mixer or sturdy fork, whip until smooth and creamy.
02 - Spread whipped feta mixture evenly onto two slices of bread. Top with baby spinach, scallions, and cucumber slices if using. Place remaining bread slices on top to form sandwiches.
03 - Spread softened butter on the outer surfaces of each sandwich.
04 - Heat a nonstick skillet over medium heat. Place sandwiches in the skillet and cook 3 to 4 minutes per side, pressing gently with a spatula, until golden brown and bread is crisp.
05 - Slice sandwiches diagonally and serve immediately while warm.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The whipped feta creates this impossibly creamy texture that melts differently than regular cheese, almost like a savory frosting inside your sandwich
  • That hit of fresh dill and lemon zest makes every bite feel bright and springy, cutting through the richness in the best way
02 -
  • Don't rush the whipping step, taking your time here is what transforms crumbly feta into something spreadable and luxurious
  • Medium heat is your friend, going too hot will burn the bread before the filling has time to get all melty and wonderful
03 -
  • If your feta mixture feels too thick, add another teaspoon of olive oil or a splash of cream to get it spreadable
  • Letting the buttered bread sit for a minute before grilling helps it adhere better and gives you more even browning
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