Low Carb Baked Feta Cheese with Tomatoes and Olives
Indulge in the Mediterranean flavors of this *Low Carb Baked Feta Cheese with Tomatoes and Olives*, a vibrant and wholesome dish perfect for keto or low-carb diets. Featuring creamy feta cheese baked until golden and slightly melty, surrounded by juicy cherry tomatoes, briny Kalamata olives, and aromatic garlic slices, this recipe is bursting with savory goodness. A drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil and a generous sprinkle of dried oregano and thyme bring earthy richness, while fresh basil adds a pop of freshness to the dish. Ready in just 35 minutes, this crowd-pleaser can be served as a warm appetizer or paired with a crisp, green salad for a satisfying main course. Whether you're hosting dinner or simply craving Mediterranean-inspired comfort food, this gluten-free, low-carb recipe is a must-try!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams block of feta cheese
- 250 grams cherry tomatoes
- 100 grams pitted Kalamata olives
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 2 units garlic cloves
- 5 grams fresh basil leaves
- 0.5 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Place the block of feta cheese in the center of a baking dish.
Wash and halve the cherry tomatoes, then add them around the feta cheese in the baking dish.
Drain the pitted Kalamata olives and scatter them around the feta and tomatoes.
Peel and thinly slice the garlic cloves, then distribute the slices evenly over the tomatoes, olives, and feta.
Drizzle the extra-virgin olive oil over the feta, tomatoes, and olives.
Sprinkle the dried oregano and thyme over the dish.
Season with freshly ground black pepper to taste.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes, or until the tomatoes are bursting and the feta is soft and golden on top.
Remove the dish from the oven and let cool for a few minutes.
Garnish with fresh basil leaves before serving.
Serve warm and enjoy as a main dish accompanied by a green salad or as a delicious low-carb appetizer.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1038 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 90.6 g | 116% | |
| Saturated Fat | 37.2 g | 186% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 179 mg | 60% | |
| Sodium | 3875 mg | 168% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 28.4 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.7 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.4 g | ||
| Protein | 32.9 g | 66% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1139 mg | 88% | |
| Iron | 5.5 mg | 31% | |
| Potassium | 871 mg | 19% | |
*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.
