Description
This Mediterranean marinated feta and olives dish is packed with bold and aromatic flavors. The feta cheese soaks up the zesty lemon, fragrant herbs, and rich olive oil, while the olives add a savory brininess. Perfect as an appetizer or a part of a Mediterranean charcuterie spread, this dish is easy to prepare and full of flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz feta cheese, cubed
- 1 cup mixed olives
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- Zest of 1 lemon
- Juice of 1/2 lemon
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, combine the feta cheese, mixed olives, garlic, oregano, basil, red pepper flakes, and lemon zest.
- Drizzle the olive oil and lemon juice over the mixture. Gently toss to coat everything evenly.
- Season with freshly ground black pepper to taste.
- Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld together.
- Serve as an appetizer or as part of a Mediterranean-inspired charcuterie board.
Notes
- This dish can be made ahead of time and refrigerated overnight for even more intense flavor.
- Feel free to experiment with different types of olives, such as Kalamata or green olives, for a variation in flavor.
- For an extra punch, you can add a pinch of sea salt before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A