Ev's Baked Feta

Indulge in the Mediterranean-inspired flavors of *Ev's Baked Feta*, a quick and easy appetizer that’s as beautiful to serve as it is delicious to eat. This vibrant dish features a creamy block of baked feta cheese nestled among sweet, juicy cherry tomatoes, all roasted to perfection with a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil, fragrant garlic, and a hint of heat from red chili flakes. Topped with fresh basil and seasoned with oregano, this savory, melt-in-your-mouth recipe is ready in just 35 minutes and pairs perfectly with crusty bread for dipping. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or looking for an upscale yet effortless snack, *Ev's Baked Feta* is a crowd-pleasing favorite that delivers bold, Mediterranean flavors in every bite!

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 200g feta cheese block
• 200 g cherry tomatoes
• 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 2 garlic cloves
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon red chili flakes
• 5 fresh basil leaves
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 loaf crusty bread (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2

Place the feta block in the center of a small ovenproof baking dish.

Step 3

Add cherry tomatoes around the feta block, ensuring they are spread evenly.

Step 4

Drizzle the extra virgin olive oil over the feta and tomatoes.

Step 5

Peel and thinly slice the garlic cloves, then scatter them over the dish.

Step 6

Sprinkle the dried oregano, red chili flakes, salt, and black pepper evenly over the feta and tomatoes.

Step 7

Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the tomatoes are soft and slightly blistered, and the feta is golden and melty.

Step 8

Remove the dish from the oven and garnish with fresh basil leaves.

Step 9

Serve immediately with slices of crusty bread for dipping.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1054.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2115.1

Total Fat 101.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 38.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 177.9mg	0%
Sodium 5987.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 222.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.3g	0%
Total Sugars 12.3g
Protein 81.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1223.0mg	0%
Iron 19.9mg	0%
Potassium 1670.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 42.8%

Protein: 15.3%

Carbs: 41.9%