Marinated Feta With Oil, Lemon, and Rosemary

Marinated feta is one of my favorite go-to recipes for adding a burst of flavor to just about anything. Whether it's a simple salad, a mezze platter, or even on top of pizza, this marinated feta elevates every bite. With a mix of olive oil, fresh herbs, lemon peel, and a little kick of red pepper flakes, this marinated feta is as versatile as it is beautiful. Plus, it makes for a stunning (and delicious) gift in a jar!

Author: Balancing Bowls

Meal Type: Eggs Free

Cuisine: Greek

Difficulty: EASY

Prep. Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time:

Total Time: 10 minutes

Servings: 8 Servings

Calories: 69 kcal per serving

Ingredients

1 block - Feta Cheese
1 ½ cups - extra virgin olive oil
1–2 sprig - fresh rosemary or oregano/thyme
1 sprig - fresh rosemary or oregano/thyme
1 strip - lemon peel
1–2 strip - lemon peel
½ tsp - whole black peppercorns
1 tsp - red pepper flakes

Instructions

Start with a clean jar (12-16 oz).
Add ½ teaspoon of peppercorns, 1 teaspoon of red pepper flakes, 1 sprig of fresh rosemary, and a strip of lemon peel to the jar.
Cut the block of feta into ½-inch cubes and fill the jar halfway.
Layer another sprig of rosemary, a strip of lemon peel, and more red pepper flakes between the cubes. Fill the rest of the jar with feta.
Pour 1 ½ cups of olive oil over the feta until fully submerged.
Seal the jar and refrigerate for up to 3 months. If the oil solidifies, let it sit at room temperature before serving.

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