Baked Feta with Cherry Tomatoes, Olives, and Herbs

A simple yet flavorful Mediterranean appetizer featuring creamy baked feta cheese, bursting cherry tomatoes, salty olives, and aromatic herbs. Perfect with crusty bread or pita for dipping.

Prep Time

10 minutes

Total Time

30 minutes

Calories

450 kcal

Difficulty

Easy

Equipment

2 items

Cost

£2.77/serving

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Comfort Food•Light & Fresh

Ingredients

Servings

8ouncesFeta cheese(block feta, not crumbled)

£3.00

1pintCherry tomatoes(halved)

£2.50

0.5cupKalamata olives(pitted and halved)

£1.75

2tablespoonsFresh oregano(chopped)

£0.75

1tablespoonFresh thyme(chopped)

£0.75

2clovesGarlic(minced)

£0.20

3tablespoonsOlive oil(extra virgin)

£0.50

0.3teaspoonRed pepper flakes(or to taste)

£0.10

0.3teaspoonBlack pepper(freshly ground, or to taste)

£0.05

as neededCrusty bread or pita bread(for serving)

£1.50

Total Cost

£11.10

£2.77 per serving

Instructions

1.
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
2.
In a baking dish, arrange the halved cherry tomatoes, halved olives, minced garlic, oregano, thyme, red pepper flakes, and black pepper around the block of feta cheese.
3.
Drizzle the olive oil over the feta and vegetables.
4.
Bake for 20 minutes, or until the feta is softened and slightly golden and the tomatoes have burst and softened.
5.
Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving.
6.
Serve warm with crusty bread or pita bread for dipping.

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My Notes

Nutrition Information

Nutrition per serving (170g)

450 kcal / 1883 kJ

Carbs

15g

6% of RDA

Fat

36g

51% of RDA

Protein

18g

36% of RDA

Detailed Breakdown

Fibre

3 g

10% of RDA

Sugar

8 g

9% of RDA

Sodium

750 mg

33% of RDA

Saturated Fat

18 g

90% of RDA

Chef's Tips

For a richer flavor, add a sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese before baking.

You can also add other vegetables like bell peppers or zucchini.

Adjust the amount of red pepper flakes to your desired spice level.

Serve immediately for the best texture.

Cooking Equipment

Oven

Baking dish (oven-safe)

Wine Pairings

No wine pairing suggestions available for this recipe.

Complete the Meal

Dessert

Greek Yogurt Panna Cotta with Orange Blossom and Pistachio Crumble

A light and refreshing Greek yogurt panna cotta infused with orange blossom, topped with a crunchy pistachio crumble.

20 minutes + 4 hours chilling time

4 servings

Easy

"The Greek yogurt panna cotta offers a light and refreshing counterpoint to the savory baked feta. The orange blossom provides a floral aroma that complements the herbs in the main dish, while the pistachio crumble adds a textural element similar to the starter, tying the meal together. It is not overly sweet, cleansing the palate after the savory course."