Mediterranean-Baked Feta Appetizer

Ingredients

• 8 oz Feta Cheese (Goat feta preferred for easier digestion; can use cow's milk feta)
• 1 cup Greek Olives (Pitted Castelvetrano olives for bright color; can mix with Kalamata)
• 0.5 cup Sun-Dried Tomatoes (Drained and sliced into bite‑size pieces)
• 3 cloves Garlic Cloves (Peel and smash to release juices; no need to mince)
• 3 Tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil (Full‑bodied flavor; coats topping)
• 1 tsp Greek Seasoning (Zesty citrus‑herb blend; from Oaktown Spice Shop or any Greek blend)
• Pinch Red Pepper Flakes (Adds subtle heat; optional)
• ¼ tsp Freshly Ground Black Pepper (To taste)

Instructions

1. Preheat Oven

   Set the oven to 350°F (175°C) and allow it to fully preheat.

   Time: PT5M

   Temperature: 350°F

2. Place Feta in Baking Dish

   Put the 8‑oz block of feta into a small baking dish, keeping it whole.

   Time: PT1M

3. Slice Olives

   Arrange whole olives on a plastic deli lid, cover with a second lid, and slice through the gap with a sharp knife to create even rounds.

   Time: PT2M

4. Slice Sun‑Dried Tomatoes

   Drain the sun‑dried tomatoes and cut them into bite‑size pieces.

   Time: PT1M

5. Prep Garlic

   Trim the root end off each garlic clove, smash with the flat side of the knife blade, and peel the skins—they should come off in seconds.

   Time: PT1M

6. Combine Topping Ingredients

   In a medium mixing bowl, combine the sliced olives, sun‑dried tomatoes, smashed garlic, 3 Tbsp olive oil, Greek seasoning, red pepper flakes, and black pepper. Stir until everything is evenly coated.

   Time: PT3M

7. Coat the Feta

   Pour the topping mixture over the feta, making sure the cheese is fully covered in oil. Gently push the olives and tomatoes to the sides of the dish so they won’t sit directly on top of the cheese during baking.

   Time: PT2M

8. Bake

   Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 20 minutes, until the feta softens and the oil is bubbling.

   Time: PT20M

   Temperature: 350°F

9. Broil for Finish

   Switch the oven to the broiler setting and broil for 1–2 minutes, just until the top of the feta turns lightly golden. Watch closely to avoid burning the olives and tomatoes.

   Time: PT2M

   Temperature: Broiler

10. Serve

    Remove from the oven, let cool briefly, and serve with crisp croutons, crackers, or cucumber slices for a low‑carb option.

    Time: PT1M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

250

Protein

10 g

Carbohydrates

5 g

Fat

20 g

Fiber

2 g