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Baked Feta with Cherry Tomatoes and Olives: A Must-Try Recipe

A delicious and easy recipe for baked feta cheese with cherry tomatoes and olives, perfect for a flavorful appetizer or side dish.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 290
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 8 ounces feta cheese
  • 2 cups cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 cup pitted Kalamata olives
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh basil leaves for garnish

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a baking dish, place the block of feta cheese in the center.
  3. Surround the feta with the halved cherry tomatoes and Kalamata olives.
  4. Drizzle the olive oil over the feta and vegetables.
  5. Sprinkle the dried oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper evenly over the dish.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the feta is soft and slightly golden.
  7. Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes.
  8. Garnish with fresh basil leaves before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 290kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 10gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 800mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3g

Notes

  • For a spicy kick, add red pepper flakes before baking.
  • Serve with crusty bread or pita chips for dipping into the baked feta and tomatoes.

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