Step 1

Make the whipped feta. In the bowl of a food processor add feta, cream cheese, 3 tablespoons of the olive oil, garlic, lemon zest and juice,  oregano, and ¼ teaspoon of the salt. Cover and pulse three or four times, then run the processor on high until mixture is well combined and almost smooth.

Step 2

On a medium platter or large wooden serving board, spoon whipped feta into a mound. Using the back of a spoon, spread across board to about ½-inch thick.

Step 3

On top of the feta, layer green olives, red pepper, tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and banana peppers.

Step 4

Sprinkle remaining salt, pepper, and herbs over vegetables; drizzle with remaining olive oil.

Step 5

Serve cold or at room temperature.