Mediterranean Baked Feta Appetizer with Pita
What You Need
For the Baked Feta
1 block (8 oz / 225 g) feta cheese
2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
2 cups (300 g) cherry tomatoes
1/2 cup sliced Kalamata olives
1/4 cup roasted red peppers, sliced
3 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
1 tsp dried oregano
1/2 tsp smoked paprika
1/4 tsp crushed red chili flakes (optional)
Freshly ground black pepper
For the Warm Pita
4 Greek-style pita breads, cut into wedges
2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp dried oregano
Pinch of flaky sea salt
For the Lemon Herb Finish
2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
1 tbsp chopped fresh basil
1 tbsp chopped fresh dill
1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
1 tsp lemon zest
1 tbsp honey
Optional Toppings
Extra feta crumbles
Fresh thyme sprigs
Toasted pine nuts
Lemon wedges
Microgreens
Freshly cracked black pepper
How to make it
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
Place the block of feta in the center of a small baking dish.
Arrange the cherry tomatoes, Kalamata olives, roasted red peppers, and sliced garlic around the feta.
Drizzle everything with the olive oil and season with oregano, smoked paprika, crushed red chili flakes (if using), and freshly ground black pepper.
Bake for 20–25 minutes, until the tomatoes burst and the feta is soft and lightly golden around the edges.
Meanwhile, arrange the pita wedges on a baking tray. Brush with olive oil and sprinkle with garlic powder, oregano, and flaky sea salt.
Bake the pita for 6–8 minutes, turning halfway through, until warm and lightly crisp.
In a small bowl, combine the parsley, basil, dill, lemon juice, lemon zest, and honey.
Remove the baked feta from the oven and spoon the herb mixture over the top.
Garnish with extra feta crumbles, toasted pine nuts, and fresh thyme if desired.
Serve immediately with the warm pita wedges and lmon wedges on the side.
Enjoy by scooping the creamy baked feta and roasted vegetables onto the warm pita bread.e
Nutritional Info (per serving, serves 6)
Calories: 352
Protein: 13 g
Carbohydrates: 24 g
Fat: 23 g
Fiber: 3 g
Sugar: 6 g
Sodium: 648 mg