Description
A flavorful and easy-to-make Marinated Feta recipe that features a blend of herbs and garlic infused in olive oil, perfect for snacking or as an appetizer. This recipe yields eight 1/4-cup servings of tangy marinated feta cheese.
Ingredients
Olive Oil:
3/4 cup
Garlic, minced:
2 cloves
Fresh Basil, chiffonade:
1 tablespoon (or 1 1/2 teaspoon dried)
Fresh Thyme, minced:
1 tablespoon (or 1 1/2 teaspoon dried)
Fresh Oregano, minced:
1 tablespoon (or 1 1/2 teaspoon dried)
Red Chili Flakes (optional):
1/4 teaspoon
Feta Cheese, cut into 1/4-inch pieces:
1 (8-ounce) package
Instructions
- Mix the Marinade: In a medium bowl, combine olive oil, garlic, basil, thyme, oregano, and red pepper flakes.
- Marinate Feta: Add the feta to the bowl and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to meld flavors, up to 4 days.
Notes
- Garlic: Fresh garlic adds great flavor but be cautious about storage to avoid botulism.
- Fresh Basil: Use fresh herbs for best taste; you can substitute dried herbs if needed.
- Crushed Red Pepper Flakes: Adjust to your spice preference.
- Feta Cheese: Opt for block feta rather than pre-crumbled for best results.
- Yield: This recipe makes eight 1/4-cup servings.
- Storage: Keep marinated feta submerged in oil in the fridge for up to 4 days. For longer storage, omit raw garlic.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 390mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
