Lemon Herb Marinated Feta
Favor-infused feta cheese to use as an appetizer or in recipes
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup olive oil plus extra as needed to cover the feta cheese.
- 4-5 medium garlic cloves peeled and lightly smashed
- 3-4 slices lemon peel (zest)
- 2 sprigs fresh rosemary
- 3 springs fresh thyme
- 3-4 medium chili peppers Thai chilis or similar
- 8 ounces feta cheese in brine
Instructions
- Combine the olive oil, garlic cloves, lemon peel, herbs, and chili peppers in a small saucepan. Heat it over medium-high heat until the oil starts to sizzle. Stir the seasonings for 10-15 seconds, then remove from heat. Let the oil cool to room temperature for at least 15 minutes.
- While the oil cools, drain the feta from the brine and cut it into 1-inch cubes.
- Layer the feta and sautéd seasonings in a jar that holds at least 20 ounces. Pour the infused olive oil over the cheese. Top with extra olive oil from the bottle so that the cheese is covered with oil
- Cover tightly and refrigerate for 12-24 hours.
Notes
Nutrition info is for one piece and does not include all of the oil.
Store leftovers tightly covered in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Nutrition
Calories: 54kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 3gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 17mgSodium: 216mgPotassium: 20mgFiber: 0.1gSugar: 0.1gVitamin A: 125IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 96mgIron: 0.2mg
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