Mediterranean Cheese Ball

Elevate your appetizer game with this irresistible Mediterranean Cheese Ball, a creamy, flavorful crowd-pleaser perfect for any gathering. This no-cook recipe combines tangy feta cheese and velvety cream cheese with bold Mediterranean flavors like sun-dried tomatoes, Kalamata olives, fresh parsley, and dill, all brightened with a hint of garlic and lemon juice. For added crunch and a striking presentation, roll it in a layer of crushed walnuts or almonds. Ready in just 15 minutes of prep time, this easy appetizer can be served with pita chips or your favorite crackers, making it the ultimate party centerpiece. Bursting with herbs and savory Mediterranean-inspired ingredients, this cheese ball guarantees to delight every cheese lover at the table!

Nutriscore Rating: 49/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 8 oz Cream cheese
• 3 oz Feta cheese
• 0.25 cup Sun-dried tomatoes
• 0.25 cup Kalamata olives
• 3 tablespoons Fresh parsley
• 2 tablespoons Fresh dill
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Lemon juice
• 0.5 cup Crushed walnuts or almonds (optional for coating)
• 1 package Pita chips or crackers (for serving)

Directions

Step 1

In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese and feta cheese. Use a hand mixer or a sturdy spatula to blend until smooth and evenly mixed.

Step 2

Finely chop the sun-dried tomatoes and Kalamata olives. Add them to the cheese mixture.

Step 3

Finely chop the fresh parsley and dill, then add to the mixture along with the garlic powder and lemon juice.

Step 4

Mix everything thoroughly until the ingredients are well combined and evenly distributed.

Step 5

Lay a piece of plastic wrap on the counter, and spoon the cheese mixture onto the center of the plastic wrap.

Step 6

Using the edges of the plastic wrap, shape the cheese mixture into a ball by pulling the wrap tightly around it. Smooth out the edges as needed.

Step 7

If using crushed walnuts or almonds for coating, spread them out on a plate. Roll the cheese ball over the nuts until it is evenly coated on all sides.

Step 8

Refrigerate the cheese ball for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld and the texture to firm up.

Step 9

Serve the Mediterranean Cheese Ball with pita chips or your choice of crackers. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	660.9 grams (660.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2517

Total Fat 184.10g	236%
Saturated Fat 66.10g	331%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.00g
Cholesterol 305mg	102%
Sodium 3707mg	161%
Total Carbohydrate 174.20g	63%
Dietary Fiber 17.10g	61%
Total Sugars 22.60g
Protein 51.80g	104%

Vitamin D 14IU	68%
Calcium 866mg	67%
Iron 10mg	56%
Potassium 1508mg	32%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 64.7%

Protein: 8.1%

Carbs: 27.2%