Elevate your plant-based dining experience with this vibrant Vegan Baked Feta Cheese with Tomatoes and Olives, a Mediterranean-inspired dish that pairs rich, savory flavors with a health-conscious twist. Featuring creamy vegan feta cheese baked to perfection alongside juicy cherry tomatoes and briny Kalamata olives, this simple yet elegant recipe is infused with fragrant garlic, dried herbs, and a touch of spice from red pepper flakes. Drizzled with extra virgin olive oil and finished with the refreshing touch of fresh basil, itβs ideal for impressing guests or indulging in a cozy meal at home. Serve this warm, aromatic dish with slices of crusty bread for dipping, transforming it into a shareable delight that bursts with bold flavor. Perfect for vegan or vegetarian diets, itβs ready in under 40 minutes, making it a fantastic choice for busy weeknights or relaxed entertaining.
Preheat your oven to 400Β°F (200Β°C).
Place the vegan feta cheese block in the center of a baking dish.
Wash and halve the cherry tomatoes, then scatter them around the vegan feta cheese.
Add the pitted Kalamata olives to the dish, distributing them evenly among the tomatoes.
Peel and finely chop the garlic cloves, then sprinkle them over the dish.
Drizzle the extra virgin olive oil over the vegan feta, tomatoes, and olives.
Sprinkle dried oregano, dried thyme, black pepper, red pepper flakes, and salt evenly over the entire dish.
Gently toss the tomatoes and olives to coat them in the oil and spices, while leaving the vegan feta in the center.
Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, until the tomatoes are tender and the vegan feta is slightly golden.
Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes.
Tear fresh basil leaves and scatter them over the baked dish.
Serve warm with slices of crusty bread for dipping and enjoy!
Calories |
2419 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 119.7 g | 153% | |
| Saturated Fat | 38.5 g | 192% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 6751 mg | 294% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 272.4 g | 99% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.3 g | 58% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.4 g | ||
| Protein | 61.6 g | 123% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 442 mg | 34% | |
| Iron | 18.4 mg | 102% | |
| Potassium | 1241 mg | 26% | |
*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.