Mediterranean with Baked Feta, Olives and Sun-Dried Tomatoes
Mediterranean with Baked Feta, Olives and Sun-Dried Tomatoes is a delightful appetizer that takes you on a culinary journey to the sun-kissed coasts of the Mediterranean. This dish features creamy feta cheese infused with rich olives and tangy sun-dried tomatoes, all drizzled with aromatic herbs and olive oil. Perfect for gatherings, this warm, cheesy dip is not only visually appealing but also bursting with flavor, making it an instant crowd-pleaser. Serve it alongside crusty French bread or crispy crostini for a memorable starter that’s sure to impress.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 22 minutes
- Total Time: 32 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 8-ounce block feta cheese
- 1 cup pitted olives (drained)
- ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes
- ⅓ cup olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic (thinly sliced)
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme
- ½ teaspoon dried rosemary
- Kosher salt
- Fresh cracked pepper
- Fresh chopped parsley (for garnish)
- Sliced French bread or crostini (for serving)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Place the feta cheese in a baking dish.
- Scatter olives and sun-dried tomatoes around the feta.
- In a bowl, mix olive oil, sliced garlic, oregano, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the oil mixture over the feta and other ingredients.
- Bake for 20 minutes; then broil for an additional 1-2 minutes until golden.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm with sliced French bread or crostini.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe (approximately 100g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg