Description
Indulge in the rich and savory flavors of this Baked Feta with Olives and Sun-Dried Tomatoes recipe. Creamy feta cheese is baked to perfection with a Mediterranean-inspired mix of olives, sun-dried tomatoes, and herbs, creating a deliciously easy appetizer or dip.
Ingredients
Scale
Feta:
- 1 block (7–8 oz) feta cheese
Olives and Tomatoes Mixture:
- ½ cup mixed olives (pitted and halved)
- ⅓ cup sun-dried tomatoes in oil (drained and chopped)
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Garnish and Serving:
- Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
- Toast baguette slices or crackers, for serving
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare Feta: Place the feta in a small oven-safe dish.
- Mix Ingredients: In a bowl, combine olives, sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, olive oil, oregano, red pepper flakes, and black pepper. Spoon over the feta.
- Bake: Bake for 20–25 minutes until feta is soft and golden.
- Finish and Serve: Garnish with parsley, let cool, and serve warm with bread or crackers.
Notes
- You can add cherry tomatoes or roasted red peppers for extra flavor.
- For a creamier dip, gently mash the feta after baking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: about ¼ block with toppings
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
