A simple and delicious Greek lunch featuring baked feta cheese with sweet tomatoes, bell peppers, and herbs. Serve with crusty bread for dipping.
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
In an oven-safe dish, arrange the cherry tomatoes, bell peppers, and red onion in a single layer.
Sprinkle the vegetables with minced garlic, dried oregano, dried thyme, red pepper flakes (if using), and black pepper.
Drizzle the vegetables with 2 tablespoons of olive oil.
Place the block of feta cheese in the center of the vegetables.
Drizzle the feta cheese with the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the feta is softened and slightly golden, and the vegetables are tender.
Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes.
Serve immediately with crusty bread for dipping.
Nutrition per serving (225g)
For extra flavor, add a handful of Kalamata olives to the baking dish.
You can use different types of cheese, such as halloumi or kefalotyri, but adjust the baking time accordingly.
A squeeze of fresh lemon juice after baking adds a bright, zesty flavor.
To avoid splattering, you can partially cover the dish with aluminum foil during baking, especially if the tomatoes are very juicy.
Oven
Oven-safe dish
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