Baked Feta with Cherry Tomatoes and Olives
A comforting dish of creamy baked feta paired with sweet cherry tomatoes and briny olives, perfect for cozy evenings or entertaining guests.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 block Feta cheese
- 1 pint Cherry tomatoes
- 1 cup Olives (green or black)
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 cloves Garlic (optional, minced)
- 1 teaspoon Herbs (like oregano or thyme)
- 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika or chili flakes
- Crusty bread (for serving)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) so it’s hot and ready to transform your ingredients into something magical.
- Place the block of feta cheese right in the center of a baking dish.
- Surround your feta with vibrant cherry tomatoes and olives.
- Drizzle everything generously with olive oil. Optionally add minced garlic for extra flavor.
- Season with your favorite herbs and a touch of smoked paprika or chili flakes.
- Bake for about 20-25 minutes, or until the feta is soft and the tomatoes are bursting with juice.
- Cool slightly before serving.
- Serve warm with crusty bread for dipping.
Notes
This dish is best enjoyed fresh, but leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days. Reheat gently in the oven.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
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