Roast Cherry Tomatoes and Feta
Elevate your appetizer game with this irresistible Roast Cherry Tomatoes and Feta recipe, a flavorful explosion of Mediterranean-inspired ingredients. Juicy cherry tomatoes are roasted to perfection alongside a creamy block of feta cheese, infused with the bold flavors of garlic, oregano, and a hint of red chili flakes for a subtle kick. Drizzled with extra virgin olive oil and finished with fragrant fresh basil, this dish is as simple to make as it is stunning to serve. Perfect as a warm side dish, appetizer, or the star of a bruschetta-style snack when paired with crusty bread, it’s an effortless way to impress at any gathering. Ready in just 35 minutes, this vibrant, oven-roasted delight is a must-try for fans of quick, vegetarian-friendly Mediterranean recipes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams cherry tomatoes
- 200 grams feta cheese block
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoon red chili flakes
- 10 leaves fresh basil leaves
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 loaf crusty bread (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 200°C (390°F) and line a baking dish with parchment paper or lightly grease it with olive oil.
Rinse the cherry tomatoes under cold water and pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel.
Place the cherry tomatoes into the prepared baking dish and drizzle with 2 tablespoons of olive oil.
Peel and slice the garlic cloves thinly and scatter them over the tomatoes.
Sprinkle the tomatoes with dried oregano, red chili flakes, salt, and black pepper. Toss gently to coat the tomatoes evenly.
Make a small space in the center of the baking dish and place the feta cheese block there.
Drizzle the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil over the feta cheese.
Place the dish in the preheated oven and roast for 20–25 minutes, or until the tomatoes are soft, bursting, and slightly caramelized, and the feta is golden and creamy.
Remove the baking dish from the oven, and let it cool slightly for 5 minutes.
Tear the fresh basil leaves into small pieces and sprinkle them over the roasted tomatoes and feta for a fresh aroma and flavor.
Serve warm as a side dish or appetizer, or spread it over slices of crusty bread for a delicious bruschetta-style snack.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1043 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 86.0 g | 110% | |
| Saturated Fat | 34.7 g | 174% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 178 mg | 59% | |
| Sodium | 4491 mg | 195% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 30.5 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.1 g | 25% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.2 g | ||
| Protein | 41.1 g | 82% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 813 mg | 63% | |
| Iron | 2.6 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 1263 mg | 27% | |
*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.
