Feta Ala Stratis Baked Feta
Indulge in the Mediterranean flavors of Feta Ala Stratis Baked Feta, a vibrant and effortlessly elegant dish that combines creamy, oven-baked feta cheese with sweet, blistered cherry tomatoes and fragrant garlic. Perfectly seasoned with extra virgin olive oil, dried oregano, and a hint of red chili flakes, this easy-to-make recipe achieves a harmonious balance of tangy, savory, and subtly sweet flavors thanks to a drizzle of golden honey. Topped with fresh basil leaves for a burst of herbal freshness, this warm and melty appetizer is ideal for dipping with crusty baguette or soft, pillowy pita bread. With just a 10-minute prep time and under 30 minutes to serve, this crowd-pleasing baked feta is a must-try for any occasion! Perfect for seekers of easy Mediterranean recipes, baked cheese appetizers, and simple yet stunning dishes for entertaining.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams feta cheese block
- 250 grams cherry tomatoes
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 pieces garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 6 pieces fresh basil leaves
- 0.5 teaspoons red chili flakes
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
- 1 loaf baguette or pita bread
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 190°C (375°F).
In a small baking dish, place the block of feta cheese in the center.
Add the cherry tomatoes around the feta cheese, ensuring they are evenly distributed.
Drizzle the extra virgin olive oil over the feta and tomatoes.
Mince the garlic cloves and sprinkle over the dish.
Add the dried oregano, red chili flakes, black pepper, and salt for seasoning.
Drizzle a teaspoon of honey over the top of the feta for a hint of sweetness.
Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes until the feta is golden and the tomatoes are blistered and softened.
Remove the dish from the oven and let it cool slightly for 5 minutes.
Garnish with fresh basil leaves for a burst of flavor and a pop of color.
Serve warm directly from the baking dish with slices of crusty baguette or warm pita bread for dipping.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1689 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 88.0 g | 113% | |
| Saturated Fat | 35.1 g | 176% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 178 mg | 59% | |
| Sodium | 5136 mg | 223% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 168.4 g | 61% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.0 g | 32% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.8 g | ||
| Protein | 61.2 g | 122% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 824 mg | 63% | |
| Iron | 6.7 mg | 37% | |
| Potassium | 954 mg | 20% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
