Herb Garlic Marinated Feta Recipes

MARINATED FETA THREE WAYS

With just a few ingredients and some hands-off time, feta cheese can be transformed into a delicious appetizer to serve with crostini or as an accompaniment to grilled vegetables and meat. We came up with a trio of super versatile flavor combinations that are all made following the same method. By marinating the feta in glass jars, you'll be able to see the colors of the aromatics, for a beautiful and delicious gift too.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories appetizer

Time 13h

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 21

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Steps:

For each of the above combinations, place all ingredients except for the feta in a small saucepan and gently heat over medium low just until tiny bubbles begin to form, 4 to 6 minutes. Remove from the heat and allow to cool completely, about 1 hour.
Once the infused olive oil is cool, transfer half of the aromatics from the saucepan to a 16-ounce Mason jar followed by half of the feta. Repeat layering and then carefully pour the infused olive oil into the jar. Gently press the feta down if needed to ensure it is fully submerged and seal the jar with its lid (see Cook's Note). Place the jar in the refrigerator and allow the feta to marinate for at least 12 hours and up to 5 days.
Remove the jar from refrigerator at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the solidified olive oil to liquify.

Ingredients

1 cup good-quality extra-virgin olive oil
3 cloves garlic, peeled and smashed
2 sprigs fresh thyme
2 sprigs fresh oregano
1 sprig fresh rosemary
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
2 strips lemon zest (about 3 inches long; see Cook's Note)
1 bay leaf
8 ounces feta, drained well from brine and cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1 cup good-quality extra-virgin olive oil
4 whole chipotle chiles in adobo
3 cloves garlic, smashed
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
8 ounces feta, drained well from brine and cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1 cup good-quality extra-virgin olive oil
3 canned whole artichoke hearts, drained and halved
4 sun-dried tomatoes in olive oil, roughly chopped
3 cloves garlic, smashed
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
3 strips lemon zest (about 3 inches long; see Cook's Note)
8 ounces feta, drained well from brine and cut into 1/2-inch pieces

LEMON-HERB MARINATED FETA

Briny feta, tart lemon, bright herbs and hot pepper come together in perfect harmony here. Spoon this appetizer onto a round of buttery, toasted French bread for a perfectly balanced bite that you'll want to keep eating all night. That's right, this easy and elegant recipe is perfect for a party. It's low-effort, tastes great and is sure to impress, despite the fact that its ingredient list is short and mostly utilizes bits and bobs of ingredients you might already have on hand. Feta might be the exception to that rule, but that's exactly what we were going for when we developed this recipe: a way to showcase the divine flavor of this special cheese. So mix this up in advance of your next party, and watch your guests go gaga over this marinated app-there's no need to reveal how easy it was to make.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories Appetizer

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 9

Lemon-Herb Marinated Feta image

Steps:

In pint-sized glass jar, arrange herbs, lemon, peppercorns and pepper flakes. Top with cheese. Pour olive oil over cheese mixture; cover and refrigerate 3 days. Serve with toasts. Any leftover cheese mixture can be covered and refrigerated up to 4 days longer.
At least 1 1/2 hours before serving, make the toasts. Heat oven to 350°F. Spray 15x10x1-inch pan with cooking spray. Bake French bread 24 to 26 minutes or until browned. Cool completely, at least 30 minutes. Cut into 1/2-inch slices. Brush slices on both sides with melted butter. Return to pan; bake 10 to 15 minutes, turning once, until light golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 220, Carbohydrate 10 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Fat 3, Fiber 0 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, ServingSize About 2 Tablespoons Cheese Mixture and 1 to 2 Toasts, Sodium 230 mg, Sugar 1 g, TransFat 0 g

Ingredients

4 fresh thyme sprigs
2 fresh oregano sprigs
3 strips (3x1-inch each) lemon peel
1 teaspoon black peppercorns
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
8 oz feta cheese, cut in 1/2-inch cubes
1 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 can (11 oz) refrigerated Pillsbury™ Original French Bread
2 tablespoons butter, melted

GARLIC AND HERB MARINADE

Easy and versatile. A nice alternative to bottled dressings for marinade! This one includes garlic, thyme and Italian-style seasonings.

Provided by Denyse

Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Marinade Recipes

Time 5m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

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Steps:

In a medium bowl, combine the water, vinegar, oil, garlic, thyme, Italian-style seasoning, poultry seasoning, rosemary, salt and ground black pepper. Mix well and apply to your favorite meat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 85.5 calories, Carbohydrate 1 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 9.2 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 0.2 g, SaturatedFat 1.2 g, Sodium 291.5 mg, Sugar 0 g

Ingredients

⅓ cup water
⅓ cup vinegar
⅓ cup vegetable oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon dried Italian-style seasoning
1 teaspoon poultry seasoning
1 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper

MARINATED FETA WITH HERBS AND PEPPERCORNS

The best recipes often make a good ingredient great through minimal effort. For this easy appetizer, start with good-quality feta, preferably in brine, which is creamier than the squeaky supermarket varieties. Many commercial fetas use only cow's milk and can taste somewhat one-note, so look for one that contains both sheep's and goat's milk, which provide the cheese's signature tang. Dice the feta, toss it with preserved lemon, peppercorns and chile, and refrigerate overnight. Spoon it onto crostini, or serve it alongside eggs, fish, salad, grilled or roasted vegetables or atop a bowl of pasta.

Provided by Alexa Weibel

Categories dinner, easy, lunch, dips and spreads, finger foods, salads and dressings, appetizer, side dish

Time 10m

Yield About 2 1/2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 8

Marinated Feta With Herbs and Peppercorns image

Steps:

In a medium bowl, stir together the olive oil, parsley, preserved lemon, chile, oregano and peppercorns.
Cut the feta into 1/2-inch cubes and add them to the olive oil mixture. Gently fold together until feta is evenly coated. Transfer to a jar or lidded container and drizzle with more olive oil, if needed to immerse the feta. Refrigerate for at least 24 hours.
Remove from refrigerator at least 30 minutes before serving to allow solidified olive oil to return to liquid form. Serve with crackers or crostini, or spoon on top of seared fish, grilled or roasted vegetables, pasta or salad.

Ingredients

3/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus more if needed
3 tablespoons finely chopped fresh parsley
3 tablespoons finely chopped preserved lemon, or 4 strips fresh orange zest plus 1 tablespoon juice (from 1 orange)
1 red serrano chile, very thinly sliced (optional)
4 teaspoons finely chopped fresh oregano
1 tablespoon any combination of whole pink, green, white and black peppercorns, crushed or coarsely chopped
8 ounces firm Greek feta, in brine
Crostini or crackers, for serving

HERB MARINATED FETA

From the Weekend magazine, Foodcourt column. Did you know that although feta cheese is a good source of calcium, it is very high in sodium content. People with high blood pressure should NOT consume too much of it. A good idea would be to soak the feta cheese in cold water to remove some of the salt from it. Feta cheese also contains high quality protein and a good amount of Niacin(Vitamin B12, if my BIOLOGY is still in my head!) and other B Group vitamins that boost healthy nerves.

Provided by Charishma_Ramchanda

Categories Lunch/Snacks

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

Herb Marinated Feta image

Steps:

Drain the feta cheese completely.
Cut into cubes.
Sprinkle coarsely pounded pepper over it.
Place cheese in a jar.
Add remaining ingredients.
Pour olive oil over it to cover the cheese completely.
Cover with an airtight cap lid.
Gently shake the jar.
Refrigerate for 5 days before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 255, Fat 16.6, SaturatedFat 11.3, Cholesterol 66.8, Sodium 987, Carbohydrate 15.6, Fiber 2.4, Sugar 10.4, Protein 13.4

Ingredients

300 g feta cheese
1 teaspoon coarsely pounded black pepper
2 cloves garlic, peeled and chopped
1/2 cup sun-dried tomato
3 sprigs fresh rosemary
8 round red chilies, chopped
extra virgin olive oil