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Baked Feta Appetizer

Irresistible Baked Feta Appetizer with Zesty Olives

This Baked Feta Appetizer is a creamy, Mediterranean delight topped with olives and herbs, perfect for gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Feta
  • 1 block Feta Cheese high-quality and stored in brine
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Pitted Olives mix of black and green
  • 1/2 cup Sun-Dried Tomatoes drained and roughly chopped
  • 1/4 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil best quality
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Basil
  • 1/2 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes adjust to taste
  • to taste Kosher Salt
  • to taste Black Pepper
For Garnishing
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley chopped

Equipment

  • baking dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Place the feta cheese in a small baking dish, centered for even cooking.
  3. In a medium bowl, combine chopped olives, sun-dried tomatoes, olive oil, minced garlic, dried oregano, thyme, basil, red pepper flakes, kosher salt, and black pepper. Stir until blended.
  4. Pour the olive and herb mixture over the feta cheese.
  5. Bake for 20-25 minutes until softened and slightly golden. Optional: broil for an additional 1-2 minutes for extra color.
  6. Let it cool slightly, then garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve warm with crostini or sliced cucumber.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 6gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Always opt for high-quality feta stored in brine. Adjust red pepper flakes based on spice tolerance.

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