Baked Feta Appetizer That Melts With Bold Flavor
A rich and tangy baked feta appetizer loaded with Mediterranean flavors from olives, sun-dried tomatoes, and herbs. This warm cheese dip is a perfect easy starter for holidays or parties.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 block feta cheese (7–8 oz)
- ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
- ¼ cup sun-dried tomatoes (in oil), chopped
- ¼ cup pitted olives (Kalamata + green mix)
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- ½ tsp crushed red pepper flakes
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (plus more for garnish)
- Freshly cracked black pepper to taste
- Toasted baguette slices or crackers, for serving
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F. Place the block of feta in a small baking dish.
- In a small bowl, mix olive oil, sun-dried tomatoes, olives, garlic, oregano, red pepper flakes, parsley, and black pepper.
- Pour the olive oil mixture over the feta. Bake uncovered for 20–25 minutes until the cheese is soft and golden on top.
- Top with extra chopped parsley and a drizzle of the hot olive oil from the dish.
- Serve hot with crusty bread, pita, or crackers.
Notes
- Use a high-quality block of feta for the best texture and flavor.
- Can be garnished with fresh herbs like thyme or basil for variation.
- Serve immediately for best results while hot and melty.
- Great as a vegetarian holiday appetizer or party dip.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 25mg