Paleo Baked Feta Cheese with Tomatoes and Olives
Elevate your appetizer game with this mouthwatering Paleo Baked Feta Cheese with Tomatoes and Olives, a Mediterranean-inspired dish that's as wholesome as it is flavorful. Perfectly baked feta cheese takes center stage, becoming creamy and lightly golden, while cherry tomatoes roast to juicy perfection and Kalamata olives lend a briny depth. Drizzled with extra virgin olive oil and infused with fresh garlic, thyme, and oregano, this one-pan recipe is brightened with a splash of lemon juice for a tangy finish. Ready in just 35 minutes, this paleo-friendly crowd-pleaser is ideal as a warm appetizer, a side dish, or even a light meal served with crusty bread or a crisp salad. Robust, herbaceous, and utterly irresistible, this healthy baked feta dish is your ticket to sunny Mediterranean flavors with minimal effort!
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Ingredients
- 200 grams feta cheese
- 200 grams cherry tomatoes
- 100 grams whole Kalamata olives
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
- 1 tablespoon fresh oregano leaves
- 2 cloves garlic cloves
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 0.25 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 200°C (390°F).
Step 2
In a baking dish, place the feta cheese block in the center.
Step 3
Halve the cherry tomatoes and scatter them around the feta cheese.
Step 4
Add the whole Kalamata olives to the baking dish, distributing them evenly around the feta and tomatoes.
Step 5
Drizzle the entire dish with extra virgin olive oil.
Step 6
Minced the garlic cloves and sprinkle them over the feta cheese, tomatoes, and olives.
Step 7
Sprinkle fresh thyme and oregano leaves over the dish, ensuring an even distribution.
Step 8
Add freshly squeezed lemon juice over the ingredients for a tangy flavor.
Step 9
Season with sea salt and ground black pepper according to taste.
Step 10
Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes, until the feta is golden and slightly soft, and the tomatoes are blistered and roasted.
Step 11
Once baked, remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes.
Step 12
Serve warm, garnished with more fresh herbs if desired.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (570.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1179.3 |
| Total Fat 108.9g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 36.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.2g | |
| Cholesterol 178mg | 0% |
| Sodium 4476.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 27.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 6.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 5.6g | |
| Protein 32.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 32IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1120.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 5.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 751.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories