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Mediterranean Baked Feta Recipe

Mediterranean Baked Feta Recipe

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  • Author: Jessica
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This Mediterranean Baked Feta recipe is a flavorful and easy appetizer that’s perfect for entertaining or as a snack. Creamy feta is baked with a medley of olives, sun-dried tomatoes, and aromatic herbs, creating a delicious dish that pairs well with crusty bread or fresh vegetables.


Ingredients

Units Scale

Feta:

  • 8 ounces block feta cheese

Topping:

  • 1 cup pitted olives, drained and halved
  • 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, drained and roughly chopped
  • 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
  • pinch red pepper flakes
  • kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Garnish:

  • roughly chopped fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. Place the feta: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Place the feta cheese in a small baking dish.
  2. Stir the topping: In a medium mixing bowl, add the olives, sun-dried tomatoes, oil, garlic, oregano, thyme, basil, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Stir until well mixed.
  3. Top the feta: Pour the topping all over the feta making sure it’s fully coated in the oil, then push the majority of olives and sun-dried tomatoes to the side.
  4. Bake the feta: Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, until the feta is softened. Optionally, broil for 1 to 2 minutes to lightly brown the top. Garnish with parsley and serve with crostini or sliced cucumber.

Notes

  • To store leftovers in the fridge: Store in an airtight container for 3 to 4 days.
  • To reheat: Bake at 350°F (175°C) until warm or microwave in 20-second increments.
  • For making ahead of time: Assemble and bake right before serving or keep warm in a pre-warmed bag.
  • Pair with gluten-free flatbreads for a delicious combination!
  • Use an olive jar with a strainer for easy olive preparation.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 290
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 980mg
  • Fat: 25g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 13g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 8g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 12g
  • Cholesterol: 50mg