Feta and Olives in a Jar
Elevate your appetizer game with this vibrant and irresistible recipe for **Feta and Olives in a Jar**! Perfectly bite-sized cubes of creamy feta cheese are paired with a medley of green and black olives, then infused with aromatic rosemary, thyme, and garlic. A dash of red chili flakes and a hint of zesty lemon bring a delightful kick, while high-quality extra virgin olive oil ties it all together in a rich, silky marinade. Ready in just 10 minutes of prep time, this no-cook recipe is an elegant addition to any mezze platter or an effortless topping for salads and crusty bread. Let it marinate for a couple of days in the fridge, allowing the Mediterranean flavors to meld for an unforgettable gourmet treat. Store leftovers in the fridge and savor within a week! Perfect for entertaining or treating yourself, this easy-to-make creation is as beautiful as it is delicious.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams Feta cheese
- 150 grams Mixed olives (green and black), pitted
- 120 milliliters Extra virgin olive oil
- 1 piece Fresh rosemary sprig
- 1 piece Fresh thyme sprig
- 0.5 teaspoons Red chili flakes
- 1 teaspoons Lemon zest
- 1 piece Garlic clove, thinly sliced
- 0.25 teaspoons Cracked black pepper
Instructions
Cut the feta cheese into bite-sized cubes, approximately 1.5 cm in size, and set aside.
Rinse and drain the mixed olives if they are in brine. Pat them dry with a paper towel.
In a clean, sterilized glass jar (approximately 500 ml capacity), layer the feta cubes and olives, making sure to distribute them evenly.
Add the thinly sliced garlic, fresh rosemary sprig, fresh thyme sprig, red chili flakes, lemon zest, and cracked black pepper to the jar. Tuck the herbs down the sides for a more attractive presentation.
Pour the extra virgin olive oil into the jar, ensuring all the ingredients are fully submerged. You may need to press down gently to remove air pockets.
Seal the jar tightly with a lid and gently turn it upside down a few times to distribute the flavors.
Let the jar sit in the refrigerator for at least 24 hours to allow the flavors to meld together. For the best results, let it marinate for 2-3 days.
Before serving, bring the jar to room temperature for 10-15 minutes and serve as part of a mezze platter, with crusty bread, or as a topping for salads.
Store in the refrigerator and consume within 1 week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1702 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 175.1 g | 224% | |
| Saturated Fat | 45.6 g | 228% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 178 mg | 59% | |
| Sodium | 3431 mg | 149% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 15.5 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.0 g | 21% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.1 g | ||
| Protein | 29.7 g | 59% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.8 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 1101 mg | 85% | |
| Iron | 3.7 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 207 mg | 4% | |
*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.
