Baked Feta with Olives

Baked Feta with Olives is a savory Lebanese dish that combines the creaminess of baked feta cheese with the briny flavor of olives. This low-carb delight is perfect as an appetizer or a light main dish, bursting with Mediterranean flavors.

Ingredients

• Feta cheese - 200 grams
• Green olives - 100 grams, pitted and halved
• Kalamata olives - 100 grams, pitted and halved
• Cherry tomatoes - 150 grams, halved
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Fresh thyme - 1 teaspoon, chopped
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Red pepper flakes - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).
2. In a baking dish, place the feta cheese in the center.
3. Surround the feta with the halved green and Kalamata olives, and cherry tomatoes.
4. In a small bowl, mix together olive oil, minced garlic, thyme, red pepper flakes, black pepper, and salt.
5. Pour the olive oil mixture over the feta and vegetables, ensuring everything is well coated.
6. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, until the feta is soft and slightly golden.
7. Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 15 g
• Carbs: 10 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 900 mg
• Cholesterol: 50 mg
• Total Fat: 28 g
• Saturated Fat: 10 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in healthy fats from olives and feta cheese, which can support heart health.
• Contains antioxidants from tomatoes and olives that may help reduce inflammation.

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