Feta and Olives

Feta and Olives is a vibrant Greek dish that combines creamy feta cheese with a medley of briny olives, enhanced by fresh herbs and spices. This low-carb main dish is both satisfying and packed with flavor, making it perfect for a light yet fulfilling meal.

Ingredients

• Feta cheese - 200 grams, crumbled
• Mixed olives (green and black) - 150 grams, pitted and halved
• Cherry tomatoes - 100 grams, halved
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Fresh oregano - 1 tablespoon, chopped
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
2. In a mixing bowl, combine the crumbled feta cheese, halved olives, and cherry tomatoes.
3. Add the minced garlic, chopped parsley, oregano, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to the bowl. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly coated.
4. Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and spread it out evenly.
5. Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes, or until the feta is slightly golden and the olives are warmed through.
6. Remove from the oven, let it cool for a minute, then serve warm as a main dish.

Nutrition

• Calories: 300
• Protein: 12 g
• Carbs: 8 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 900 mg
• Cholesterol: 50 mg
• Total Fat: 25 g
• Saturated Fat: 8 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 17 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• High in healthy fats from olive oil and olives which can support heart health.
• Rich in protein and calcium from feta cheese, contributing to bone health.

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