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Mediterranean Baked Feta Recipe

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This Mediterranean Baked Feta recipe combines creamy feta cheese with olives, sun-dried tomatoes, and aromatic herbs, all baked to perfection in extra virgin olive oil. It’s a deliciously savory appetizer or side dish perfect for Mediterranean-inspired meals.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

Cheese

  • 8 ounces block feta cheese

Vegetables & Olives

  • 1 cup pitted olives, drained and halved
  • ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes, drained and roughly chopped

Seasonings & Oils

  • ⅓ cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • ½ teaspoon dried oregano
  • ½ teaspoon dried thyme
  • ½ 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. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to prepare for baking the feta with the rest of the ingredients.
  2. Prepare Ingredients: In a baking dish, place the block of feta cheese in the center. Scatter the pitted and halved olives and roughly chopped sun-dried tomatoes around the feta.
  3. Add Seasonings: Mince the garlic cloves and sprinkle them over the feta and surrounding ingredients. Then, add dried oregano, thyme, basil, and a pinch of red pepper flakes evenly over the dish. Season with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper according to your taste, keeping in mind feta is naturally salty.
  4. Drizzle Olive Oil: Generously pour ⅓ cup of extra virgin olive oil over the feta, olives, tomatoes, and seasonings to ensure everything cooks moistly and absorbs the flavors.
  5. Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for about 20-25 minutes, or until the feta is soft and slightly golden around the edges.
  6. Garnish and Serve: Once baked, remove the dish from the oven and garnish with roughly chopped fresh parsley. Serve warm as a flavorful dip or as part of a Mediterranean meal.

Notes

  • Use a good quality block of feta for best flavor and texture.
  • If sun-dried tomatoes are packed in oil, drain them well to avoid excess oiliness.
  • You can add a squeeze of fresh lemon juice after baking for extra brightness.
  • Serve with toasted bread, pita, or fresh veggies for dipping.
  • Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Author: Madelynn
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean

Find it online: https://allyumcooks.com/mediterranean-baked-feta-recipe/