Marinated Greek Feta Cheese
Elevate your appetizer game with this irresistible Marinated Greek Feta Cheese recipe, a dish that’s as simple as it is stunning. Featuring creamy, tangy feta cubes infused with a fragrant blend of extra virgin olive oil, fresh rosemary, thyme, garlic, and lemon zest, this Mediterranean-inspired delight is perfect for sharing. A touch of dried oregano, red chili flakes, and cracked black pepper adds a hint of spice that beautifully complements the cheese’s saltiness. With just 10 minutes of prep time, this flavor-packed dish marinates in the refrigerator, letting all the vibrant ingredients meld together into the ultimate savory treat. Serve it alongside crusty bread, crackers, or as the star of a mezze platter, and watch it disappear in no time. Perfect for entertaining, this marinated feta also shines as a topping for fresh salads, pizzas, or roasted vegetables. Experience the bold and authentic flavors of Greece in every bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams Block of feta cheese
- 120 ml Extra virgin olive oil
- 2 cloves Garlic cloves, thinly sliced
- 2 sprigs Fresh rosemary sprigs
- 2 sprigs Fresh thyme sprigs
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoon Red chili flakes
- 0.5 teaspoon Lemon zest
- Cracked black pepper, to taste
Instructions
Cut the block of feta cheese into 1-inch cubes and place them in a clean, dry glass jar or storage container.
In a small mixing bowl, combine the olive oil, sliced garlic, rosemary sprigs, thyme sprigs, dried oregano, red chili flakes, lemon zest, and a pinch of cracked black pepper. Stir to mix evenly.
Pour the olive oil and herb mixture over the feta cubes, ensuring the cheese is fully submerged in the oil.
Seal the jar or container tightly and refrigerate for at least 24 hours to allow the flavors to meld. For best results, refrigerate for 48 hours.
When ready to serve, bring the marinated feta to room temperature for 15–20 minutes to allow the olive oil to return to a liquid state if it has solidified in the fridge.
Serve the marinated feta with crusty bread, crackers, or as part of a mezze platter. It can also be used as a topping for salads, pizzas, or roasted vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1515 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 155.1 g | 199% | |
| Saturated Fat | 46.0 g | 230% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 179 mg | 60% | |
| Sodium | 2260 mg | 98% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 12.4 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.6 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.9 g | ||
| Protein | 29.4 g | 59% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1039 mg | 80% | |
| Iron | 2.6 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 203 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.
