Herb Marinated Feta with Olives

Transform your appetizer game with this irresistible Herb Marinated Feta with Olives—a Mediterranean-inspired delight bursting with bold flavors and vibrant textures. This no-cook recipe combines creamy, bite-sized cubes of feta with briny mixed olives, infused in a fragrant bath of extra-virgin olive oil, fresh rosemary, thyme, smashed garlic, and a zesty hint of lemon. A touch of crushed red pepper flakes adds optional heat, while sea salt and black pepper deepen the seasoning. Perfect as a make-ahead dish, this marinated mixture develops even richer flavors after a few hours in the fridge. Serve it alongside crusty bread, crackers, or fresh veggies for an easy and elegant appetizer that will have everyone coming back for more. Ideal for dinner parties, gatherings, or a simple indulgent snack, this recipe is as versatile as it is flavorful!

Nutriscore Rating: 40/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 200 grams block of feta cheese
• 150 grams mixed olives (pitted)
• 120 milliliters extra-virgin olive oil
• 2 sprigs fresh rosemary
• 3 sprigs fresh thyme
• 2 cloves garlic cloves
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest
• 0.5 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon sea salt

Directions

Step 1

Cut the feta cheese into bite-sized cubes and set aside.

Step 2

In a large bowl, combine the olive oil, rosemary, thyme, and crushed garlic cloves (lightly smashed).

Step 3

Add the lemon zest, crushed red pepper flakes (if using), black pepper, and sea salt to the bowl. Mix well to distribute the flavors.

Step 4

Gently fold in the cubed feta and the mixed olives, ensuring they are evenly coated with the herb and oil mixture.

Step 5

Transfer the mixture to a clean, airtight jar or container. Ensure that the feta and olives are fully submerged in the oil; add more olive oil if necessary.

Step 6

Refrigerate the marinated feta and olives for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 7

Before serving, allow the marinated feta and olives to come to room temperature. Serve with crusty bread, crackers, or fresh vegetables.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	486.5 grams (486.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1822

Total Fat 183.90g	236%
Saturated Fat 49.70g	249%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 179mg	60%
Sodium 3995mg	174%
Total Carbohydrate 17.90g	7%
Dietary Fiber 6.90g	25%
Total Sugars 8.00g
Protein 30.40g	61%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1134mg	87%
Iron 4mg	24%
Potassium 258mg	5%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 89.5%

Protein: 6.6%

Carbs: 3.9%