Marinated Olives and Feta Cheese
A flavorful and easy-to-prepare appetizer featuring tangy marinated olives paired with creamy feta cheese, perfect for entertaining or a light snack.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup mixed olives (green, Kalamata, or your choice)
- 150g feta cheese, cut into cubes
- 2 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 tsp fresh thyme or rosemary, chopped
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- In a clean jar or bowl, combine the mixed olives and feta cheese cubes.
- Add the sliced garlic, dried oregano, crushed red pepper flakes, and fresh herbs.
- Pour the olive oil and lemon juice over the olives and feta, gently tossing to coat evenly.
- Season with freshly ground black pepper to taste.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to meld.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature as an appetizer or snack alongside crusty bread.
Notes
For extra flavor, add a few lemon zest strips or a splash of white wine vinegar. This dish pairs wonderfully with chilled white wine or a crisp rosé.