Herb Marinated Feta with Olives
Transform your appetizer game with this irresistible Herb Marinated Feta with Olives—a Mediterranean-inspired delight bursting with bold flavors and vibrant textures. This no-cook recipe combines creamy, bite-sized cubes of feta with briny mixed olives, infused in a fragrant bath of extra-virgin olive oil, fresh rosemary, thyme, smashed garlic, and a zesty hint of lemon. A touch of crushed red pepper flakes adds optional heat, while sea salt and black pepper deepen the seasoning. Perfect as a make-ahead dish, this marinated mixture develops even richer flavors after a few hours in the fridge. Serve it alongside crusty bread, crackers, or fresh veggies for an easy and elegant appetizer that will have everyone coming back for more. Ideal for dinner parties, gatherings, or a simple indulgent snack, this recipe is as versatile as it is flavorful!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams block of feta cheese
- 150 grams mixed olives (pitted)
- 120 milliliters extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 sprigs fresh rosemary
- 3 sprigs fresh thyme
- 2 cloves garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 0.5 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon sea salt
Instructions
Cut the feta cheese into bite-sized cubes and set aside.
In a large bowl, combine the olive oil, rosemary, thyme, and crushed garlic cloves (lightly smashed).
Add the lemon zest, crushed red pepper flakes (if using), black pepper, and sea salt to the bowl. Mix well to distribute the flavors.
Gently fold in the cubed feta and the mixed olives, ensuring they are evenly coated with the herb and oil mixture.
Transfer the mixture to a clean, airtight jar or container. Ensure that the feta and olives are fully submerged in the oil; add more olive oil if necessary.
Refrigerate the marinated feta and olives for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to meld together.
Before serving, allow the marinated feta and olives to come to room temperature. Serve with crusty bread, crackers, or fresh vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1822 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 183.9 g | 236% | |
| Saturated Fat | 49.7 g | 249% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 179 mg | 60% | |
| Sodium | 3995 mg | 174% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 17.9 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.9 g | 25% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.0 g | ||
| Protein | 30.4 g | 61% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1134 mg | 87% | |
| Iron | 4.4 mg | 24% | |
| Potassium | 258 mg | 5% | |
*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.
