Mediterranean Diet Baked Cheese

Indulge in the irresistible flavors of the Mediterranean with this Mediterranean Diet Baked Cheese, a simple yet sophisticated dish that pairs perfectly with your favorite crusty bread or a fresh salad. This recipe combines a velvety block of oven-baked feta cheese with sweet, blistered cherry tomatoes, tangy Kalamata olives, and a medley of aromatic ingredients like garlic, red onion, and dried oregano. Drizzled with heart-healthy olive oil and finished with fresh basil, this vibrant dish is a celebration of the Mediterranean diet's wholesome, bold flavors. Ready in just 35 minutes, it’s the perfect appetizer or light meal for any occasion.

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 200 grams Feta cheese
• 250 grams Cherry tomatoes
• 50 grams Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 10 leaves Fresh basil leaves
• 1 clove Garlic, minced
• 0.5 medium Red onion, thinly sliced
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

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

Step 3

Wash and halve the cherry tomatoes, then scatter them around the feta in the dish.

Step 4

Add the sliced Kalamata olives and thinly sliced red onion around the feta, mixing gently with the tomatoes.

Step 5

Drizzle olive oil over the cheese and vegetables.

Step 6

Sprinkle the minced garlic, dried oregano, and black pepper evenly over the dish.

Step 7

Place the dish in the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is soft and the tomatoes are slightly blistered.

Step 8

Remove from the oven and allow it to cool slightly.

Step 9

Tear fresh basil leaves and scatter them over the top before serving.

Step 10

Serve warm with crusty whole-grain bread or alongside a fresh salad for a complete Mediterranean meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(592.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	960.6

Total Fat 81.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 32.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.8g
Cholesterol 178mg	0%
Sodium 3098.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 28.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.5g	0%
Total Sugars 8.9g
Protein 32.4g	0%

Vitamin D 32IU	0%
Calcium 1092.0mg	0%
Iron 4.4mg	0%
Potassium 885.8mg	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: 75.1%

Protein: 13.2%

Carbs: 11.6%