Description
This Marinated Feta recipe features tangy feta cheese cubes soaked in a flavorful blend of extra-virgin olive oil, spicy jalapeño, garlic, dried chili peppers, oregano, fresh parsley, and lemon zest. It’s a versatile appetizer or addition to salads and sandwiches, delivering a zesty and aromatic punch.
Ingredients
Scale
Feta Cheese
- 8 ounces feta cheese in brine
Marinade
- 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 jalapeño, thinly sliced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 3 dry chili peppers
- 1 1/2 teaspoons dried oregano
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- Zest of 1 lemon
Instructions
- Cube feta: Cut the feta cheese into thick cubes to ensure they hold their shape during marination and offer a satisfying bite.
- Prepare container: Place the feta cubes into a clean, dry jar or shallow dish, making sure it’s suitable for storing the cheese while marinating.
- Mix marinade: In a small bowl, combine the extra-virgin olive oil, sliced jalapeño, minced garlic, dry chili peppers, dried oregano, chopped fresh parsley, and lemon zest. Stir well to integrate all the flavors.
- Marinate feta: Pour the marinade evenly over the feta cubes, ensuring the cheese is submerged in at least 1/2 inch of oil to maximize flavor infusion.
- Rest and refrigerate: Cover the container and refrigerate for 30 minutes to allow the feta to absorb the marinade’s flavors. For best taste, bring the cheese to room temperature before serving.
Notes
- You can store marinated feta in the refrigerator for up to one week, maintaining it submerged in olive oil to preserve freshness.
- Adjust the amount of jalapeño and dry chili peppers according to your preferred spice level.
- Serve marinated feta with crusty bread, in salads, or as part of a Mediterranean appetizer platter.
- Bringing the feta to room temperature before serving enhances its creaminess and flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Keywords: marinated feta, feta cheese appetizer, Mediterranean cheese, feta marinade, easy cheese recipe, spicy feta, olive oil marinade
