Whipped Feta Spring Grilled Cheese

A bright and tangy twist on classic grilled cheese with whipped feta, cream cheese, dill and lemon for a perfect spring meal.

# What You Need:

→ Cheese Mixture

01 - 3.5 oz feta cheese, crumbled

02 - 2 oz cream cheese, softened

03 - 2 tablespoons fresh dill, finely chopped

04 - 1 teaspoon lemon zest

05 - 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

06 - 1 tablespoon olive oil

07 - Freshly ground black pepper to taste

→ Bread

08 - 4 slices sourdough or country-style bread

→ For Grilling

09 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened

→ Optional Add-Ins

10 - ½ cup baby spinach leaves

11 - 2 tablespoons thinly sliced scallions

12 - 4 to 6 thin slices cucumber

# Directions:

01 - In a medium bowl, combine feta, cream cheese, dill, lemon zest, lemon juice, olive oil, and black pepper. Whip using a hand mixer or fork until smooth and creamy.

02 - Spread the whipped feta mixture evenly onto two slices of bread. Top with baby spinach, scallions, and cucumber if using. Place the remaining bread slices on top to form sandwiches.

03 - Spread butter on the outsides 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, until golden brown and the bread is crisp.

05 - Slice and serve immediately while warm.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -

The whipped feta mixture stays creamy instead of becoming rubbery like regular cheese melts
Its ready in 20 minutes but feels fancy enough for a spring lunch with friends
The tangy feta cuts through rich bread for balance that keeps you coming back

02 -

Don't be tempted to skip whipping the cheese mixture, it transforms the texture from crumbly to spreadable
Keep the heat at medium so the bread can crisp gradually without burning before the cheese heats through

03 -

If your feta seems too dry to whip, add a teaspoon more olive oil or a splash of milk
Pressing down on the sandwich with your spatula helps the cheese adhere to the bread