Marinated Olives and Feta Cheese
A flavorful Mediterranean appetizer featuring briny marinated olives paired with creamy, tangy feta cheese. Perfect for snacking or serving at gatherings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
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- 1 cup mixed olives (green, Kalamata, or black)
- 100g feta cheese, cubed
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 garlic clove, thinly sliced
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 1 sprig fresh rosemary or thyme
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, combine the olives and cubed feta cheese.
- Add the olive oil, garlic slices, dried oregano, lemon zest, lemon juice, and crushed red pepper flakes if using.
- Toss gently to coat everything evenly with the marinade.
- Add the fresh rosemary or thyme sprig for aroma.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight, to allow flavors to meld.
- Before serving, bring the olives and feta to room temperature and sprinkle with freshly ground black pepper.
- Serve as a flavorful appetizer with crusty bread or as part of a Mediterranean mezze platter.
Notes
For an extra touch, add a splash of red wine vinegar or a few lemon slices to brighten the flavors before serving.
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