Description
A flavorful appetizer featuring marinated cheese and olives, perfect for gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup feta cheese, cubed
- 1 cup olives (green and black), pitted
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh oregano, chopped
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine the feta cheese and olives.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the olive oil, garlic, oregano, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the marinade over the cheese and olives, ensuring they are well coated.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature as an appetizer.
Notes
- For a stronger flavor, let the mixture marinate for longer.
- Feel free to add other herbs like thyme or basil for variation.
- This dish pairs well with crusty bread or crackers.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 15mg