Baked Feta with Herbs

Baked Feta with Herbs is a delightful Lebanese breakfast dish that combines the creamy richness of feta cheese with aromatic herbs, creating a warm and inviting start to your day. This easy-to-make dish is perfect for sharing, served alongside fresh vegetables and gluten-free bread.

Ingredients

• Feta cheese - 200 grams
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Fresh thyme - 1 tablespoon, chopped
• Fresh oregano - 1 tablespoon, chopped
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Red pepper flakes - 1/4 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Cherry tomatoes - 100 grams, halved
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Pine nuts - 2 tablespoons, toasted (optional)

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
2. In a small baking dish, place the feta cheese in the center.
3. Drizzle olive oil over the feta cheese, ensuring it is well coated.
4. Sprinkle the chopped thyme, oregano, minced garlic, red pepper flakes, and black pepper over the feta.
5. Add the halved cherry tomatoes around the feta in the dish.
6. Drizzle the lemon juice over the entire dish.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the feta is soft and slightly golden.
8. If using, toast the pine nuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3-4 minutes until golden brown.
9. Remove the dish from the oven, sprinkle with toasted pine nuts if desired, and serve warm with gluten-free bread or fresh vegetables.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 15 g
• Carbs: 6 g
• Fiber: 1 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 50 mg
• Total Fat: 30 g
• Saturated Fat: 10 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in protein and calcium from feta cheese, supporting bone health.
• Contains healthy fats from olive oil and pine nuts, promoting heart health.

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